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  In the dynamic world of consumerism, it’s crucial to recognize that we, as consumers, hold certain fundamental rights, empowering us to make informed choices and safeguard our well-being. The realm of consumer rights encompasses a spectrum of protections, ensuring that we receive value for our money, are shielded from hazardous products and services, and […]

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), on Wednesday in Kano, made a strong case for immediate treatment of accident and gunshot patients at hospitals without recourse to police report or approval. The theme of the training is: “Strengthening Patient-centered Care: A Health Care Provider Training.” Irukera, who was represented by the Commission’s Executive

  UNCTAD estimated in April 2022 that 60% of internet users shopped online following the start of COVID-19, compared to 53% in 2019. Top consumer-focused e-commerce platforms increased their sales value by 63% from 2019 to 2021. But consumer trust in the digital market remains fragile. A joint survey by UNCTAD and its partners found

  The European Commission, has announced a probe into online retail giant Amazon to see how its consumer protection measures stack up against a new EU internet regulation law. The request for information focuses on Amazon’s risk assessment and mitigation measures required under the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA), “in particular with regard to the

  In Nigeria, the protection of consumer rights is an essential cornerstone in fostering a fair and transparent marketplace. With an ever-evolving economy and the proliferation of goods and services, the need to shield consumers from exploitative practices and ensure their rights are upheld has become increasingly paramount. Consumer protection in Nigeria involves various measures

  The Nigerian Shippers Council said it has partnered with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to establish a consumer protection regime in the shipping and port sector. The Executive Secretary of the NSC, Mr. Emmanuel Jime, said this on Tuesday in Apapa, Lagos, at the sensitisation programme for stakeholders on consumer rights and

  Sir: It is undeniable that most Nigerian consumers are unaware of their rights, which makes it even more challenging for them to pursue restitution or compensation if a product causes them harm. Evidently, the problems of inadequate sensitisation, low literacy, and regulatory laxity lie at the core of this reality. Even for the well-informed,

  In a concerted effort to safeguard consumers and ensure product safety, the Centre of Consumer Concerns and Awareness Initiation (CCCI) has called upon key regulatory bodies, including NAFDAC, SON, and the FCCPC, to enhance their oversight of manufacturers and consumer products by monitoring products even after certification. Fola Ademosu Jr, a prominent journalist and

  Consumertrics, foremost Nigerian consumer protection advocates, has hit the streets of Lagos to get the pulse of the people on the recently proposed bill to regulate social media in Nigeria, which has just scaled its first reading in the National Assembly. See what Nigerians have to say about this development. Mr. Adebayo Okunade, a