FCCPC Enhances Consumer Rights Protection in Nigeria
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is the primary regulator in Nigeria responsible for protecting consumer rights and promoting fair competition. It evolved from the Consumers Protection Council (CPC) following the FCCP Act passed by the National Assembly in 2018.
The CPC was established under Act No. 66 of 1992 but began operations in 1999. The FCCPC's mandate includes regulating the Nigerian market, making it a dual mandate.
The CEO/EVC, appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in July 2024, oversees daily operations. The Commission receives hundreds of consumer complaints daily through an online portal and regional offices, resolving many through mediation, while others require legal action.
The FCCPC has departments for surveillance, investigations, and anti-competitive practices, with a legal team that sometimes hires external lawyers for complex cases. The Commission emphasizes training for its personnel and has received recognitions for its efforts in consumer rights advocacy.
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