A Nigerian man has taken to social media to express outrage after discovering that his MacBook Pro and PlayStation 5 were stolen from his checked luggage upon arriving in Lagos, Nigeria from Cape Town.
In a video shared online, he reveals that both of his locked and tied bags had been forcibly opened, and his electronics were gone. He said the airline staff confirmed the MacBook was in the luggage during check-in, but upon arrival, his bags were noticeably lighter and tampered with.
The airline allegedly involved, TAAG Angola Airlines, has been accused of negligence and theft, with the victim saying he’s preparing for legal action.
The situation has caused an online uproar, with many Nigerians warning travelers never to put valuable electronics in checked baggage, especially at certain airports.
Many commenters shared their own stories of theft, criticizing airport security protocols, and urging authorities to improve safety measures at Nigerian airports.
Let this serve as a wake-up call to travelers: always keep your valuable devices in your hand luggage.
