Ondo State authorities announced that they will prosecute anyone found dealing in unregistered, counterfeit or substandard products, a move aimed at shielding consumers from potential harm.
The warning, issued by the state government, targets sellers who market goods that have not been approved for sale, are deliberately falsified, or fail to meet established quality standards.
Officials said the crackdown is intended to protect the public from health and safety risks associated with inferior or fake items, emphasizing that violations will be met with legal action.
Ondo State, located in southwestern Nigeria, is one of the country's 36 states and follows national consumer‑protection legislation that empowers local governments to enforce product safety regulations.
Authorities have urged residents to report suspicious products and assured that enforcement agencies will pursue prosecutions to deter future infractions.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>