Nigeria: Consumer Law

British American Tobacco faces significant penalties from Nigeria's Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission for alleged violations of consumer protection regulations. The case raises important questions about corporate compliance with local consumer laws and the enforcement powers of regulatory bodies in protecting market competition.

Market competition drives innovation and economic growth, but price fixing undermines these benefits by allowing businesses to collude and set artificial prices. In Nigeria's inflation-prone economy...

Digital lending in Nigeria has revolutionized access to finance through mobile platforms offering instant unsecured loans, but this rapid growth has sparked intense debate over pricing practices and consumer protection. As regulators scrutinize high interest rates, hidden fees, and complex terms, lenders defend their models as necessary responses to elevated credit risk and operational costs. The central question remains: how can Nigeria balance innovation-driven financial inclusion with meaningful safeguar

The recent judgment of the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Lifebridge Medical Diagnostic Centre Ltd v. FCCPC (Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1019/2021) marks a significant development in Nigeria’s regulatory landscape...

The House of Representatives has criticised the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over poor telecom service delivery in the country, citing weak regulatory oversight and persistent issues such as network congestion, inadequate infrastructure, and unreliable connectivity.

As influencer marketing becomes a dominant force in Nigeria's digital economy, brands and content creators face a complex web of regulatory requirements spanning advertising standards, consumer protection, and data privacy. Understanding the roles of ARCON, FCCPC, and NDPC is essential for anyone seeking to navigate this evolving landscape while avoiding costly penalties and reputational damage.

For years, consumer lending was one of the easiest ways to enter Nigeria's fintech space. Startups could operate with a simple state-issued moneylender's licence and minimal oversight.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently announced sweeping reforms to modernise Nigeria's Automated Teller Machine (ATM) network.

Investment in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry ("NESI") has proven challenging for many reasons. One of such reasons is the highly capital-intensive nature of investments in the NESI.