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Price controls are government-imposed restrictions on the pricing of goods and services, setting either a maximum price (price ceiling, e.g., for rentals) or a minimum price...

The regulatory framework governing competition matters in Nigeria's communications industry has been the subject of recent legal controversy,

Consumer protection is the practice of safeguarding buyers of goods and services, and the public, against unfair practices in the marketplace.

Recently, 3 persons who are close to the writer shared their respective experiences with their electricity distribution companies (Discos) concerning lack of electricity meters...

The concept of celebrity endorsement of products and services is widely recognised and has taken on a steep incline in the last decade. Celebrity endorsements have introduced novel aspects...

The rapid expansion of digital lending platforms in Nigeria has significantly improved access to short-term consumer credit.

Nigeria is an independent republic on the west coast of Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea. It is bordered by Benin to the west, Niger to the north, Cameroon to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south.

The hospitality industry in Nigeria is a dynamic and essential sector of the economy, contributing significantly to employment, tourism, and economic development.

Electronic commerce (e-commerce) is the process of buying and selling tangible products and services online E-commerce relies on technology and digital platforms, including websites, mobile apps, and social media to make trade possible.

Over the years, the growth of the Nigerian fintech ecosystem has spurred a range of financial product offerings. One such offshoot is the digital lending platforms or "loan apps" as they are commonly referred to...

It then examines Nigeria's statutory framework, centred on the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018, to assess how these principles have been translated into legislative design.

The need for ease in businesses and transactions makes it necessary for individuals and business owners to access credit facility, that is, loan.

DEON stands for Digital, Electronic, Online or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025 (the "Regulations").

The Act received presidential assent on 19 June 2026. Its stated objectives are to establish a legal framework for the efficient economic regulation of regulated services and activities and to protect the interests of shippers, providers and users of regulated services.

The digital money lending landscape in Nigeria is still evolving, and challenges related to data privacy, regulatory frameworks, and over-indebtedness...

The Nigerian digital lending landscape is rapidly evolving. Given the rise in the number of startups and increasing interest in the business of digital lending...

The emergence of modern technology has transitioned the manual operation of various activities and sectors to an electronic and digital format, thereby rationalising and prioritising the convenience...

The Abuse of Dominance Regulations 2022 was made by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission in exercise of its powers under sections 17, 18 and 163 ...