ABUJA: A British Airways (BA) flight from London to Abuja was diverted to Barcelona, Spain, in the early hours of Monday, October 6, after a retired Nigerian Air Vice Marshal from Anambra State reportedly died mid-flight.
According to report, the aircraft had departed London’s Heathrow Airport at about 11 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, and was scheduled to arrive at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, around 5 a.m. Monday.
However, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the pilot declared a medical emergency and diverted the flight to El Prat Airport in Barcelona.
The deceased, said to be in his early 80s, had been unwell and was returning home to Nigeria for medical attention when he passed away during the journey.
The incident caused distress among passengers, with reports indicating that the situation triggered a second medical emergency involving a pregnant woman on board. Her current condition remains unconfirmed as of press time.
British Airways later sent an apology to passengers, expressing regret for the disruption and assuring them of full support during the unexpected delay.
