The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed First Place Supermarket in Guzape, Abuja, following complaints about irregular pricing practices and suspected sale of expired goods.
FCCPC disclosed that during the inspection, it identified several potential consumer protection violations, including discrepancies between shelf prices and checkout prices, as well as products displayed without price tags.
The Commission also revealed that it discovered expired products offered for sale, improper storage of perishable items, and suspected counterfeit products, including rice, which were confiscated.
“Following the findings, the supermarket was sealed pending further regulatory action,” it said, reminding business owners that consumers are entitled to transparent pricing, safe products, and fair treatment at all times.
FCCPC assured that it will take appropriate regulatory action after a full review of the findings.
It further urged members of the public to continue reporting suspicious, deceptive, or unfair market practices.
