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Report fake, expired products via toll-free line, Lagos agency tells residents

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Punch Newspapers, as published by The Punch · October 6, 2026 · 1 min read

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A new helpline has been introduced to help tackle counterfeit goods. This service allows individuals to report suspicious products. Further information about this initiative is available.

Details are sparse, but it is known that a toll-free line is now available for reporting. This line is intended for use in reporting fake or expired items.

More details can be found through a provided link, for those seeking additional information about the helpline and its purpose.

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Category: Local · Published: October 6, 2026 · Source: The Punch · Reading time: 1 min

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Report fake, expired products via toll-free line, Lagos agency tells residents

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