British Airways has been mandated to pay a Nigerian passenger, Mr. Stephen Osho, the sum of ₦50million as compensation. The ruling came from a Federal High Court in Lagos.
The case filed by Mr. Stephen Osho stated that the airline violated its obligations under the international contract of carriage by failing to deliver his checked baggage on Flight BA307 from Paris to London on December 2, 2022.
British Airways, however, urged the court to dismiss the claim, arguing that the prosecutor was responsible for the situation.
The judge who presided over the case, Justice Ibrahim Kala, stated that Osho endured hardship and financial loss due to British Airways’ negligence.
Justice Kala also noted that the airline is to cover litigation, legal, and summons fees, which is N3 million.
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The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday. This is to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, which is the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
The statement was issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
The government congratulated Muslims across the country and in the diaspora on the occasion, urging them to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion.
The statement also encouraged Nigerians of all faiths to use the celebration to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country while supporting the government’s efforts to strengthen national unity and foster development.
“The Minister of Interior wishes Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration.
“The celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid offers us yet another opportunity to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, promote peaceful coexistence, and imbibe the Prophet’s teachings of mutual respect and selfless service to humanity,” the statement added.
The government appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding and security-conscious while supporting its policies aimed at promoting national unity and sustainable development.
Eid-ul-Mawlid, observed in the third month of the Islamic calendar (Rabi’ al-Awwal), commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. It is marked with prayers, lectures, processions, and acts of charity.
