Man Arraigned Over Suspicious Lagos Airport Video

The case was filed as Commissioner of Police Vs Mark Agbor ‘M’ 47years, with Charge No. 0/39/26, and listed before Court M holding at Ikeja.

The charge sheet was filed from the Airport Command.

The matter came up before the presiding Magistrate, M.A. Agbaje.

The Prosecutor in the matter was Inspector Adeitan Oluwabunmi.

According to the charge, the defendant was alleged to have committed the offences on the 7th day of October, 2026, at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, Ikeja, in the Ikeja Magisterial District.

In Count 1, the prosecution alleged that Mark Agbor made and posted online an unauthorised video with a military combat helicopter, and conducted himself in a manner which directly threatens the security operation of that facility.

The offence in Count 1 is said to be contrary to Section 168(1)(d) and punishable under Section 168(2) of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State of Nigeria, 2015.

In Count 2, the prosecution alleged that the defendant, on the same date, time and place, posed in an online video to be the owner of two military combat helicopters.

The offence in Count 2 is said to be contrary to Section 78 and punishable under Section 78(b) of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State of Nigeria, 2015.

In Count 3, the prosecution alleged that the defendant, on the same date, time and place, entered an unauthorised airside of the airport.

The offence in Count 3 is said to be contrary to Section 21 and punishable under Section 21(4) of the FAAN Bye Laws, 2025.

When the charges were read to him, the defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Following the plea, the Prosecutor, Inspector Adeitan Oluwabunmi, asked the Court for a hearing date to enable the Police to prove the allegations.

The presiding Magistrate, M.A. Agbaje, granted him bail with two sureties who must show evidence of means of livelihood and tax payment, with addresses verified by the Court.

The matter was adjourned for mention, while the defendant was remanded in custody at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre pending perfection of his bail conditions.

Airports are restricted facilities, and the airside area is a highly controlled zone where only authorised persons with valid passes are allowed. Security agencies have repeatedly warned that unauthorised entry into the airside, filming of security installations, and posting of such materials online can pose serious risks to aviation safety and national security.

The Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, is Nigeria’s busiest airport and a critical national asset. It handles local and international flights daily, and hosts facilities belonging to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, airlines, security agencies and the military.

Security experts say that any unauthorised recording around aircraft, especially military aircraft, can compromise security operations, reveal sensitive locations, and create panic among members of the public.

They also warn that claiming ownership of military equipment in a public video can mislead the public and create confusion about the ownership and control of national security assets.

In recent years, security agencies have intensified enforcement against unauthorised filming, trespass and other breaches at airports across the country. The FAAN Bye Laws provide for penalties for persons who enter restricted areas without authorisation or who violate airport regulations.

Social media has made it easier for individuals to record and post videos from restricted areas. However, the law still requires persons to obtain permission before filming in such areas, especially where military or security operations are involved.

The prosecution is expected to present evidence to prove the allegations against the defendant, including the alleged video said to have been posted online and evidence of the alleged unauthorised entry.

It is important to note that all allegations contained in the charge sheet remain allegations until proven in court. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty under Nigerian law and Section 36(5) of the 1999 Constitution.

http://pmexpressng.com will continue to monitor proceedings at the Ikeja Magistrate Court and report updates as the case progresses. Efforts to reach the defendant for comment were not successful as at press time. Our offer to publish his side of the story remains open.