This week, Zulu Calnain Kwame Nantumbu, a performer associated with the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, faced arrest by Louisiana State Police. This follows an incident where he, during Kendrick Lamar’s set, caused a disruption with flags.
The 41-year-old from New Orleans voluntarily surrendered after a warrant was issued following a four-month investigation, as reported by state police.
Nantumbu is charged with resisting law enforcement and obstructing peace by interfering with the halftime show. Authorities investigated his actions during the event extensively, tracing back to his alleged protest involvement.
He was booked at the Orleans Parish Judicial Center, according to a statement from the Louisiana State Police.
Additionally, in May, Nantumbu accused former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown of shooting him during a fight at a Miami boxing match. Brown, who has been implicated in serious allegations, may have fled abroad.
The investigation found that Nantumbu darted across the field with a flag, deviating from his assigned duties. Video footage taken by the audience shows him pushing aside security personnel before being forcibly removed.
While he’s been banned from NFL games, charges did not arise immediately following his disruption at the halftime show.
NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy emphasized the league’s seriousness regarding such disruptions, stating they would hold individuals accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
In the earlier incident, Nantumbu claimed he was shot in the face, noting a lingering sensation in his neck, expressing gratitude for still being alive.
He mentioned knowing Brown since 2022, coincidentally the same year he sued Brown for allegedly stealing a pendant he created.
In contrast, Brown maintains he was acting in self-defense against a robbery attempt during the altercation.
