The David Against Corporate Goliaths
For this review, we tried making a payment of N500 for a utility bill on iRecharge. Luckily for us, and probably unlucky for them, the transaction reported as failed on iRecharge's dashboard but was successful on our end. This means no token was generated for the recharge, despite a debit…
Consumer protection in Nigeria is primarily spearheaded by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The Commission, according to its 2018 Act, is created to be independent and with the authority to establish offices for its business in any part of Nigeria as it deems fit. This means Nigerian…
The cheapest typical MTN daily data bundle is ₦75 for 75MB, but did you know you can get 500MB for the same 75MB if you subscribe to the MTN Night data plan? Yes, for just ₦75, MTN users can buy 500MB, and with ₦300, you can get 2GB on the…
Tecno is the second-most-used phone brand in Nigeria, slightly edged out by Apple. A report by StatCounter estimates 17.21 per cent of mobile users in Nigeria use Tecno, as of July 2026, while Apple users are roughly 17.21 per cent, making Apple the most used smartphone in Nigeria. This data…
The high rate of expired products in both physical and online spaces has eroded consumers' trust even when shopping in supermarkets, which are considered formal retail spaces with better management and regulation.
Over 40 airlines operate in Nigeria, with around 20 of them majority-owned by Nigerians. These airlines operate in different capacities, ranging from national and international carriers to regional/domestic operators. Considering some airlines operating in Nigeria are notorious for downgrading passengers’ seats without notice or cancelling altogether without a substantial reason,…
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A downgraded flight can happen to anyone. You paid for business class, and on the departure date, you were informed that your flight class has been downgraded to economy. Some airlines, as compensation, might offer you a discount on your next flight, but is that really enough? Or the right…
Health is wealth, and sometimes you might need to cough up a chunk of cash to maintain it, especially during emergencies. To mitigate this, many people subscribe to HMO plans. Paying for an HMO plan is the easiest way to secure your health. Choosing the right and perfect one for…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), a Nigerian agency saddled with the responsibility of protecting consumers’ rights, has raised concerns about the price of petroleum in the country despite the global crash of crude oil prices. According to a statement by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive…
