A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by Air Peace Limited, challenging the authority of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to summon the Airline over passenger complaints.
While delivering judgment, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the case lacked merit and affirmed that the FCCPC acted within its legal powers.
He held that under Section 148 of the FCCPC Act, the Commission is empowered to initiate investigations, refer complaints to relevant regulators, or direct its inspectors to act, without first seeking external approval.
The court rejected Air Peace’s argument that the FCCPC must disclose the identities of complainants before proceeding, describing the claim as premature.
Justice Omotosho noted that the airline had been invited multiple times but failed to comply, insisting instead on prior disclosure of complainants.
He further criticised the suit as an attempt to evade regulatory scrutiny and ordered the airline to honour the Commission’s summons.
The case stemmed from a 2025 lawsuit in which Air Peace accused the FCCPC of unlawfully launching an investigation into issues such as unrefunded ticket fares, flight cancellations, and pricing concerns.
The Commission, however, maintained that its actions were backed by law.
(Editor: Anoyoyo Ogiagboviogie)
