On June 26, 2025, Nantambu surrendered to authorities through his attorney and was booked into the Orleans Parish Justice Center.

In response to the protest, the NFL banned Nantambu for life from all NFL stadiums and events, emphasizing that his actions were neither planned nor part of the show.

NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy expressed gratitude to investigators and reiterated the league's serious stance on disruptions during games.

Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance at the Super Bowl, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, became the most-viewed in history, attracting an average of 133.5 million viewers.

Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, a dancer hired as a background performer for the show, was initially approved to participate but was not permitted to display a flag that read 'Sudan and Free Gaza'.

During the performance, Nantambu climbed onto a black Buick GNX and revealed the flag, which led to security personnel quickly recognizing his unauthorized action.

In a post-protest interview, Nantambu explained that his intention was to raise awareness of the humanitarian crises in Gaza and Sudan, urging compassion from President Donald Trump.

Initially, the New Orleans Police Department indicated they would not press charges against Nantambu for the protest, but the situation evolved following the investigation.

After refusing to comply with orders from officers to stop, Nantambu was apprehended by security and arrested for 'resisting an officer' and 'disturbing the peace'.

An investigation led to Nantambu being identified through surveillance footage, resulting in an arrest warrant issued by the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court.

The incident has sparked discussions about the intersection of sports and social activism, highlighting international issues related to the conflicts in Gaza and Sudan.

Following the incident, the Louisiana State Police took over the investigation to review security protocols and actions taken during the protest, coordinating with the NFL and other stakeholders.