The Federal Government of Nigeria, has withdrawn its criminal complaint against the passenger accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Air flight, Comfort Emmanson.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the decisions on Wednesday following consultations with stakeholders in the aviation sector.

According to the minister, the resolutions were reached after reviewing the incidents, considering appeals from well-meaning individuals, and considering the remorse shown by her.

Keyamo revealed that the flight carrier has agreed to withdraw its complaint against Emmanson, who was arrested over the August 10 incident.

The minister therefore used the opportunity to announce that a retreat will be held next week to retrain aviation security personnel on managing disruptive passengers and de-escalating tense situations. Airlines will also have dedicated sessions to address staff conduct towards travellers.

The minister stressed that the clemencies were granted purely on compassionate grounds.

“Government will never pander to base sentiments, politically motivated views or warped legal opinions when clear encroachment of our laws is involved. We have decided to draw a line after these clemencies.”

On Sunday, August 10, 2025, Emmanson was removed from an Ibom Air flight from Lagos to Uyo after refusing to turn off her phone as instructed by crew members.

The situation escalated when she became physically aggressive, striking a flight attendant, and had to be restrained and escorted off the aircraft at Murtala Mohammed International Airport.