Passengers entitled to food, accommodation during flight delay — FCCPC
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission says airlines must provide meals, hotel rooms and other care to passengers when flights are delayed for several hours or overnight, reinforcing their legal duty to support stranded travelers. This rule aims to protect commuters from extra costs and discomfort during lengthy disruptions.
Passengers facing prolonged flight delays in Nigeria are entitled to care, including meals and hotel accommodation, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, has said. The commission made this known on Tuesday, stressing that airlines have a legal obligation to support passengers during disruptions, especially when delays extend for several hours or overnight. According […] Passengers entitled to food, accommodation during flight delay — FCCPC