According to NCAA, drones are allowed in Nigeria, subject to NCAA regulations. Read on for details.Without first obtaining the necessary authorizations, it is illegal to operate a drone.Before conducting any drone flight within Nigeria, flight plansmust be submitted to the NCAA for approval. The NCAA requires the registration of drones weighing more than 250 grams (0.55 pounds).Before flying a drone in Nigeria, operatorsmust obtain a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Certificate. All drone operatorsmust be at least sixteen (16) years of age.Drones may not be operated recklessly or in any other way that could endanger people, property, or other aircraft. Do not fly from or into another state.Do not operate over the high seas without proper authorization from Air Traffic Control.Notes for recreational drone pilots flying for fun in NigeriaAll drones weighing 250 grams to 25 kilogramsmust be registered in Nigeria. Hobby pilots can register their drones online.Before flying your RPA outside, register it if it weighs more than 250 grams (0.55 lb.) but less than 25 kg (55 lb). Your registration number should be visible on your RPA.Youmust be:At least sixteen (16) years of age (if the owner is less than 16 years of age, a person 16 years of age or oldermust register the unmanned aircraft) Foreign nationals visiting Nigeriamust register their RPA upon arrival.The online registration process serves as proof of ownership.To Register, You’ll Need the following:Valid email address Card of credit or debit Addresses, both physical and postal (if different from physical address) Registration is free and valid for one year. RPA that weighs less than 25 kg (55 lbs.) but more than 250 gramsmust be registered (0.55 lbs.) online By paper, register RPA that weighs more than 25 kg (55 lbs.).Safety Guidelines:Fly at a height of 400 feet or less Keep an eye on your RPA.Never fly close to other aircraft, particularly near airports. Never fly over a crowd.Never take a flight over a stadium or a sporting event. Never fly near disaster relief efforts, such as fires.Never fly while intoxicated. Bear in mind the requirements for airspace.Foreign drone pilots will be issued a “Recognition of Ownership,” whichmust carry on all drone flights.You risk a fine or up to three years in prison if youdo not register. While your home country’s drone license may be accepted, submitting it with an English translation is best.Commercial pilotsmust apply directly to the Nigerian Aviation Authority for a permit.Pilot Requirements:At least 18 years of ageMust go through the National Security Advisor’s vetting process (NSA) To satisfy this requirement, complete the Part 21 online training course available at www.rpasacademy.ng.Must pass an initial aeronautical knowledge examination administered by an NCAA-accredited knowledge testing facility. For additional information, see Remote Pilot License.Aircraft Requirements:Less than 25 kilograms (55 lbs.) Class G airspacemust be registered.Must maintain visual contact with the aircraft (visual line-of-sight)Must fly at less than 400 feetMust fly during daylight hoursMust fly at a speed of fewer than 100 miles per hourMust give way to crewed aircraftDo not fly over peopleDo not fly from a moving vehicleBeyond line-of-sight is not permitted without NCAA approval. Fee note: hobbyist RPAS registration is free and valid for one year; the commercial operator permit fee is reported at around N500,000 (secondary sources, confirm with the NCAA).