Tag: consumer protection

  • FCCPC Seals Ikeja Electric Office Over 30-Month Blackout

    FCCPC Seals Ikeja Electric Office Over 30-Month Blackout

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    The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has shut the Ikeja Electric business office in Lagos over a reported 30‑month power outage affecting 19 customers who were still being billed. FCCPC officials sealed the premises after investigations suggested prolonged service failure and possible unfair billing practices.

    The commission demanded immediate remediation for affected consumers and warned other distribution companies against similar behaviour. The action highlights growing regulatory pressure on power firms to improve service quality, billing transparency and complaint resolution in a sector that directly affects business competitiveness and household welfare.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025 2025-12-12

  • Reps Demand Lower Airfares Ahead of Christmas Travel Rush

    Reps Demand Lower Airfares Ahead of Christmas Travel Rush

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    The House of Representatives has urged domestic airlines and aviation regulators to reduce airfares ahead of the Yuletide season, warning that current prices are pushing many Nigerians off air travel. Lawmakers argued that high ticket costs, often justified by foreign‑exchange volatility and fuel prices, are undermining mobility and hurting economic activities.

    The House called on the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and other agencies to engage airlines on price moderation and transparency, while exploring incentives that could lower operating costs. The intervention comes as millions prepare for festive travel, with concerns over safety, congestion and affordability.

    Source: Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025

    2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 11 Dec 2025 2025-12-11

  • Senate Moves to Check Holiday Airfare Shock, Summons Keyamo

    The Senate summoned Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and industry stakeholders over sharp increases in domestic airfares ahead of the festive season. Lawmakers said soaring ticket prices are worsening the cost-of-living burden on travellers.

    Committees were tasked to engage airlines and regulators and propose consumer-protection measures that balance affordability with operators’ rising costs.

    2025-12-10

    Punch Newspapers

    2025-12-10