FCCPC reopens Sahad store, warns shops to refrain from misleading customers

Kunle Sanni 

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has reopened Sahad store in  Abuja,  warning shop owners from misleading customers.

Acting executive vice chair of the FCCPC, Adamu Abdullahi in a statement  warned that “Businesses are expected to display transparent pricing information to empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions, especially during challenging economic times,”

The Commission said this in reaction to its action reopening Sahad Stores, a supermarket located in the Garki area of Abuja.

FCCPC had on Friday sealed the store for “misleading pricing and lack of transparency in pricing”.

Westernpost reported how FCCPC issued a disclaimer stating that the store was caught cheating its customers by overcharging them and offering different prices for the same product.

“The FCCPC remains committed to combating all forms of exploitative or misleading practices that undermine consumer rights.

“The FCCPA protects consumer rights and prohibits deceptive business practices. Section 115 outlines potential penalties for violations, including fines for organisations and imprisonment for directors.

“The FCCPC encourages all businesses to adhere to fair and transparent pricing practices to ensure consumer protection and a healthy market environment.”