47-Year-Old Man Arraigned For Allegedly Advertising Military Helicopter For Sale In Lagos

The Airport Police Command has arraigned a 47-year-old man, Mark Agbor, over allegations of impersonation and unauthorised access to restricted areas at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

The case follows a social media video in which Agbor allegedly claimed ownership of two military combat helicopters and advertised one of the aircraft for sale to prospective buyers.

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The case has been adjourned until November 18, 2026.

The spokesperson for the Airport Police Command, Adeola Mohammed, disclosed the development in a statement on Tuesday.

According to Mohammed, Agbor, an employee of Pathfinders International Limited, was transferred to the command’s International Division by the Provost Investigation Unit of the Nigerian Air Force in Ikeja for further investigation and necessary action.

Police Investigation Into Helicopter Sale Claim

The police said investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly uploaded the video on October 7, 2026, claiming that he owned two military combat helicopters and expressing his intention to sell one of them.

Following the investigation, Agbor was brought before a court of competent jurisdiction to face the allegations.

The Commissioner of Police for the Airport Police Command, Olufunke Ogunbode, described the alleged actions as a serious security concern, warning that such conduct could compromise the operations of security agencies.

Ogunbode assured the public that the case would be handled in accordance with the law. She also commended the Nigerian Air Force for its cooperation with the command during the investigation.

The police commissioner noted that the incident underscored the importance of collaboration among security agencies in identifying and addressing potential threats to airport safety.

Police Urge Airport Companies To Strengthen Employee Screening

Ogunbode called on companies and other stakeholders operating within the airport environment to strengthen employee screening, vetting procedures and background checks to reduce the risk of security breaches.

The Airport Police Command also reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, cooperation with other security agencies and the protection of lives and critical national infrastructure.

The command urged members of the public to remain vigilant and support efforts to maintain a safe and secure airport environment.