Polo Luxury Denies Involvement in Alleged $290,000 Fake Watch Deal, Issues Consumer Advisory

Polo Luxury has issued a formal clarification distancing the company from reports circulating online about a purported $290,000 fake luxury watch transaction allegedly involving former Plateau State Governor, Joshua Dariye.

In a statement released by the company, Polo Luxury described the reports as misleading, stressing that it was never involved in the said transaction.

It also stated that the individuals named in the reports, identified as Emmanuel Odogwu and Franklin Gideon (alias Kelvin), have never been employees of Polo Luxury, nor is there any watch brand known as “Polo Wristwatch.”

According to the statement, the company decided to issue the clarification following growing concerns from friends, associates, customers, and partners.

Polo Luxury emphasised its position as a trusted leader in Nigeria’s luxury goods market and urged the public to exercise caution when purchasing high-end timepieces.

To help customers avoid falling victim to scams, the company outlined key guidelines for identifying authentic luxury watches:

Buy Only from Authorised Retailers: Always purchase from established, authorised retailers with proven record of authenticity, history, reputation, and after-sales service.

Serial and Reference Numbers: Every authentic timepiece carries unique serial numbers and reference codes that can be cross-checked digitally with the official retailer or manufacturer.

Craftsmanship and Finish: Authentic timepieces are distinguished by their weight and overall heft. Examine details such as the case, numerals, dials and finishing, which reflect the precision and artistry of genuine luxury watches.

After-Sales Care: Official retailers provide professional after-sales care, offering maintenance with original parts and services that ensure your timepiece lasts a lifetime.

Certificate of Warranty: Every genuine luxury timepiece is accompanied by a globally recognised warranty card, duly stamped by the authorised retailer.

“Authentic timepieces are distinguished by their weight, precision, and artistry. Customers should always purchase from established retailers with a proven record of authenticity and after-sales service.

“We therefore urge luxury timepiece enthusiasts to remain vigilant and conscious of these indicators to avoid falling prey to scammers and vendors masquerading as genuine watch retailers”, it further stated.

Reaffirming its reputation for integrity and excellence, Polo Luxury highlighted its 35-year history of representing world-renowned brands such as Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Chopard, Piaget, IWC, Montblanc, Messika, and Roberto Coin, among others.

“As the foremost luxury goods company in West Africa, with over 35 years of service to some of the most discerning collectors across the world, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to uncompromising ethical practice, integrity, and service that goes above and beyond to delight our customers”, the company added.

 

About Polo

Polo Luxury is Nigeria’s foremost luxury retail brand and official retailer of the world’s most prestigious timepieces, fine jewellery, and lifestyle accessories for over three decades.

As the exclusive partner to globally celebrated brands such as Rolex, Cartier, Piaget, IWC, Montblanc, and Swarovski, Polo is trusted by discerning clientele for its unrivalled authenticity, craftsmanship, and service excellence.