UNACCEPTABLE – GOV. ALIA BLASTS MBALOM KILLINGS, ASSURES JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS. (PHOTO).

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 UNACCEPTABLE – GOV. ALIA BLASTS MBALOM KILLINGS, ASSURES JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS  Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has condemned the latest attack on Mbalom community in Gwer East Local Government Area, describing it as barbaric and unacceptable, while assuring residents of intensified efforts to protect lives and property. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, the governor reacted to reports of an assault by suspected armed herdsmen on the community, an incident that adds to recurring security concerns in parts of the state. Alia said the attack represents a direct threat to the peace and security of Benue, noting a disturbing pattern of what he described as calculated and selective assaults. He expressed sympathy to affected families and reiterated his administration’s resolve to confront criminal elements. The governor also commended the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies for their swift response, adding that operatives are already...

LASCOPA ADVOCATES SAFE PRODUCTS, CONSUMER RIGHTS AT WAMCO REGULATORY PARLEY. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 LASCOPA ADVOCATES SAFE PRODUCTS, CONSUMER RIGHTS AT WAMCO REGULATORY PARLEY


As part of ongoing public sensitisation and stakeholder engagement efforts, the General Manager of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) attended the FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Limited Regulatory Parley held recently at the Oludolapo Akinkugbe Academy.


The parley brought together key stakeholders from the Federal Government and Lagos State regulatory ministries and agencies to foster collaboration and strengthen regulatory alignment.


In his remarks, the General Manager emphasised the importance of ensuring Safe Products, Confident Consumers, in line with the theme of World Consumer Rights Day 2026. He noted that consumer confidence is built on the availability of safe, high-quality products that meet established standards and regulatory requirements.


According to him, when consumers are assured of product safety, they are better empowered to make informed choices and actively participate in the marketplace.


Furthermore, speaking on product replacement and compensation, the General Manager reiterated that consumers have the right to seek redress when sold defective, substandard, or unsafe products. He stressed that businesses have a responsibility to promptly replace faulty goods or provide adequate compensation where necessary, in accordance with consumer protection laws.


Solebo also encouraged consumers to report grievances through appropriate channels, assuring them of the Agency’s continued commitment to protecting consumer rights and ensuring fair treatment in the marketplace.


The parley provided a platform for constructive dialogue, collaboration, and alignment on regulatory standards, compliance, and industry best practices. It also reinforced the commitment of FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Limited to maintaining high-quality production standards and fostering a transparent relationship with regulatory bodies.


The engagement underscores the importance of public-private sector collaboration in advancing consumer protection, food safety, and sustainable growth within Nigeria’s dairy industry.


Regulatory bodies in attendance included the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment (MCCTI), Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LASWMO), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LAWRECO), Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS), and Lagos State Advertising and Signage Agency (LASAA).

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