LASCOPA COMMENCES VERIFICATION OF COMPLAINTS ON ADULTERATED C-WAY WATER

Sequel to a public complaint about the unwholesome activities of a water facility operated by one Mrs. Olufunmilola Salawu, accused of refilling CWay Dispensable Water bottles in Isheri-North, the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), on Friday, took samples of the CWay water recovered at her residence for necessary tests to determine its purity. The General Manager, LASCOPA, …

LASCOPA CONCLUDES INVESTIGATION ON VIRAL SEMOVITA VIDEO

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), has concluded an investigation into a viral online video about Golden Penny Semovita indicating that the product contains residue described as Gluten. Speaking on the issue, the General Manager of the Agency, Mrs. Kemi Olugbode, stated that the Agency took up investigation of the complaint as part of …

COVID 19: LASCOPA ENGAGES MARKET EXECUTIVES, TRADERS ON PARTIAL CLOSURE

As part of efforts to ensure total compliance with the Lagos State Government’s directive on the partial closure of business to control the spread of Coronavirus, the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has engaged market leaders and traders. According to the General Manager of the Agency, Mrs. Kemi Olugbode,  the engagement became necessary in …

LAGOS CELEBRATES Y2020 WORLD CONSUMER DAY

… Charges Residents on Sustainable Consumption  The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), has called on consumers to contribute their quota towards attaining sustainable consumption. The Chairman, Board of LASCOPA, Mrs. Funmi Falana, who made the call on Friday at a press briefing organised by the Agency as part of activities to commemorate the World Consumer Rights …

LASCOPA SEALS SUPERMARKET OVER UNWHOLESOME PRODUCTS

As part of efforts to guarantee the protection of consumers from unwholesome products, the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) today sealed Ambel Supermarket. The Supermarket located in Gbagada Phase II was sealed up for displaying and selling unwholesome soft drinks. Acting on a received complaint from one of the consumers who drank the unwholesome …

LASG reiterates commitment to Consumer Protection

The Lagos State Government has again re-emphasised its resolve to ensure that the rights of consumers are protected from all forms of unfair trade practices in the State. Speaking at a public enlightenment campaign themed “Know Your Rights”, held at the Ikorodu Local Government Area Secretariat, the General Manager, Lagos State Consumer Protection (LASCOPA), Mrs. …

LASCOPA takes sensitisation campaigns to Epe, Eredo LCDA

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has again taken its divisional public enlightenment campaigns to Epe Local Government and Eredo Local Council Development Areas of the State. Speaking on the campaign theme, “Know Your Rights”, the General Manager of the Agency, Mrs. Kemi Olugbode said that the exercise was embarked upon to enlighten residents …

LASCOPA meets manufacturers of powdered milk and market executives

. . . Plans Task Force To Monitor Sales Of Powdered Milk As part of efforts to guarantee the safety and protection of consumers from hazardous products, the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has organised a follow-up meeting with powdered milk manufacturers and Market Executives in the State. The follow-up meeting, which took place …

LASCOPA warns retailers against selling unwholesome products.

In its bid to promote consumer rights, against hazardous and sub-standard products through regular public enlightenment, the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned retailers who sell unwholesome or expired goods to unsuspecting consumers to desist from such or face the wrath of the law.The General Manager of LASCOPA, Mrs. Kemi Olugbode gave the …

LASCOPA warns against intimidation of personnel

Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned manufacturers of products, service providers and shop owners to desist from molesting, intimidating or harassing its personnel on monitoring and enforcement duties, as culprits will henceforth be made to face the full weight of the law. General Manager of the Agency, Mrs. Kemi Olugbode stated this while …