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Why Nigerian consumer protection law still has no teeth — and who is blocking reform

Despite a landmark 2021 legislative amendment, enforcement of consumer protection law remains piecemeal. The gap between what the law says and what consumers actually experience is widening dangerously.

April 9, 2026 1 min read

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