Penalty For Using Mobile Phones On An Air Plane

OBSCURE LEGAL FACTS BY AROME ABU

In Nigeria, it is an offence to use a mobile phone or other kinds of electronic gadgets on board an aircraft.

WHY USE OF MOBILE PHONES ARE RESTRICTED

The use of electronic devices on board a plane is considered capable of causing interference with the navigation and communication system of the aircraft.

PENALTY
Fine of N200,000.00 or imprisonment for atleast 2 months or both.

See Regulation 17.97 (b) of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations.

Arome Abu is the Managing Partner of TCLP.

CAVEAT: Note that this information is provided for general enlightenment purposes and is not intended to be any form of legal advice.