The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has strongly criticized Kenyan Airways for allegedly refusing to board a Nigerian passenger, Gloria Ibukun Omisore, over claims of misconduct.
According to the airline, Ms. Omisore, who was on a flight from Lagos to Nairobi en route to Paris and Manchester, was denied boarding in Nairobi due to her lack of a Schengen visa, a mandatory requirement for entry into European Union countries. The airline stated that she was offered an alternative route through London, which she declined.
However, the controversy deepened when Kenyan Airways accused Ms. Omisore of assaulting their staff by allegedly throwing used sanitary pads at them, leading to their refusal to allow her on board.
Reacting to the incident, NCAA spokesperson Michael Achimugu expressed outrage over the airline’s decision, demanding that Kenyan Airways provide CCTV footage as proof of the allegations against Ms. Omisore.
“There are limits that must not be crossed, and in 2025, you will treat Nigerian passengers better,” Achimugu stated, warning against discrimination or mistreatment of Nigerian travelers.
