Lagos state threatens to seal supermarkets over non-disclosure of price tags on products
Supermarkets and grocery stores in the state of Lagos have received a warning from the government to show price tags on all products. If they don’t, their premises risk being sealed.
The warning was issued on Saturday, April 6, by the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) in an effort to improve transparency and protect customers from possible price abuse.
By preventing confusion and annoyance at the point of sale, this project seeks to provide a simpler and more user-friendly purchasing environment.
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has issued a stern warning to supermarkets and grocery stores within the state regarding the non-disclosure of price tags on products.
“LASCOPA’s warning aims to ensure transparency and protect consumers from potential price exploitation as non-disclosure of price tags can lead to misunderstandings and inconvenience at the point of sale,’’ the statement read in part.
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Mr. Afolabi Solebo, the General Manager of LASCOPA, emphasized that the absence of price tags on products infringes upon consumer rights and violates the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency Law.
He pointed out that this lack of transparency prevents consumers from making informed purchasing decisions. Solebo further highlighted that these practices are in direct contradiction with the Consumer Protection Act, which requires the clear display of prices for goods and services to facilitate informed consumer choices.