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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is strengthening its collaboration with sector regulators to prevent unsafe products from entering the Nigerian market and to protect consumer rights.
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has launched the Forum of Nigerian Electricity Regulators (FONER) to improve coordination and regulatory efficiency in the electricity sector across Nigeria.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is contemplating sanctions against five local airlines suspected of price-fixing during the Christmas holiday in 2025. This decision is prompted by complaints from travelers who encountered exorbitant flight fares.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has uncovered potential price manipulation by some domestic airlines during the recent festive season. An interim report indicates fares were significantly higher than post-peak periods, despite stable operating costs.
Taylor Swift has formally requested that US authorities reject a trademark application for 'Swift Home,' arguing it could mislead consumers into thinking she endorses the brand. Her legal team claims the brand's name closely resembles her own trademarked signature.
The Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigerian Communications Commission have introduced a new framework aimed at ensuring swift refunds for failed airtime and data transactions, enhancing accountability in the telecom sector.
A consumer protection advocate has called for significant reforms in Nigeria's electricity sector, criticising the current privatization model and its implementation. He highlighted issues from inadequate consumer enumeration to fraudulent billing practices and proposed solutions for improvement.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched enforcement actions against digital lending firms that did not comply with Nigeria's new digital lending framework by the January 5 deadline. This action aims to instill discipline and transparency in the sector.
The House of Representatives has an essential role in Nigeria's democratic governance, and its recent actions raise concerns about its commitment to regulatory enforcement and consumer protection.
