The Means for Consumer Protection

Below are some laws or instruments that have been put in place by the government to protect consumers rights:

• Food and Drugs Act of 1955.

• Weight and Measures Act of 1963.

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• Trade Description Act of 1968.

• Hire Purchase Act of 1975.

• Price Control Act of 1970.

• Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) DecreeA decree is an official order given by a government or by a person with power. For example, the president can issue a decree making a particular day a national holiday.... More of 1971.

• Consumer Association Act.

• Sales of Goods Act of 1979.

• Advertisement Act of 1959.

• Consumer Perfection Act.