The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned customers against a possible increase in fake online stores during the annual ‘Black Friday’ sales.
The warning was made in a statement signed by the Executive Vice-Chairman of the Commission, Babatunde Irukera, on Thursday in Abuja, saying the FCCPC has received credible intelligence that fake online stores would increase by one hundred and thirty-five percent.
Irukera advised consumers to be vigilant, adding that they should demand and insist on their rights, particularly with respect to full and transparent disclosures.
According to the Vice-Chairman, consumers should only patronise trusted and credible platforms and exercise caution to avoid being victims of fraud and other means of exploitation.
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