By kayode Olopade
The Lagos State Government has announced that three additional annex offices of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) will be commissioned in March 2026 as part of its efforts to deepen consumer protection and improve service accessibility across the State.
This disclosure was made by the General Manager, Afolabi Solebo Esq., during the Agency’s Management Retreat held recently in Ikeja. According to him, the establishment of the new annex offices demonstrates the State Government’s commitment to strengthening institutional capacity at the grassroots level and ensuring the prompt resolution of consumer complaints.
He noted that the expansion will significantly enhance response time, increase accessibility, and reinforce the Agency’s statutory mandate to safeguard consumer rights throughout Lagos State.
Solebo reiterated LASCOPA’s commitment to improved service delivery, proactive consumer advocacy, and the promotion of fair trade practices. He emphasised that the new offices will further position the Agency as a responsive and community-focused institution.
He encouraged residents to promptly report cases of unfair or unsatisfactory services, as well as the sale of fake, expired, or substandard products. Lagosians were also advised to always obtain receipts or properly signed agreements for every transaction as proof of purchase or service. “Your receipt is your power,” he stated.
The annex offices, situated at the Epe Local Government Area, Ojo Local Government Area, and Isolo Local Council Development Area, will be commissioned as part of activities marking World Consumer Rights Day 2026.
The commissioning ceremony will also feature a public enlightenment and sensitisation programme.
Key stakeholders within the respective local government area including CDAs, CDC representatives, market associations, artisans, religious leaders, youth groups, and other community stakeholders will participate in the event.
The General Manager expressed appreciation to the Executive Chairmen for providing office accommodation and reiterated that LASCOPA is strategically positioned to establish offices at every grassroots level in the State, in line with the provisions of the law.
He further appealed to other Executive Chairmen to provide office spaces to support the Agency’s drive toward eliminating fake, substandard, and expired products, as well as unfair trade practices across Lagos State.
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