The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned consumers of Black Friday sales, citing an elevated risk of fraud and scams.
Babatunde Irukera, the Executive Vice Chairman of FCCPC on Thursday, disclosed in a statement that the commission has received “credible intelligence”.
Irukera stated that the likelihood of these deceptive outlets attempting to scam consumers through false representations of products, prices, and payment methods is predicted at 135%.
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Irukera says the information aligns with other available reports from Netcraft, called on consumers to remain vigilance during this period.
Irukera advised consumers to assert their rights, particularly in terms of demanding comprehensive and transparent disclosures.
Additionally, he cautioned against consumers sharing personal information or making online payments without due diligence.
Irukera added, “Consumers should exclusively patronize trusted and credible platforms, exercising caution to mitigate the risk of falling victim to fraud and other exploitative practices.”
