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.
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