Abstract
Consumer’s rights are inalienable rights that must be protected by the consumer, business organizations and the government Public policies emanate from the government of a state and are geared towards regulating business relationships among the citizenry or distributing social amenities to individuals and communities. The operation of business demands sound public policies and laws aimed at promoting harmony, stability and growth in the economy. Consumer rights and protection laws are essential in Nigeria to check and regulate the excesses of businesses and individuals against the Nigerian consumer. Government has established specific agencies to monitor, identify and prosecute fraudulent businessmen and women. This work therefore assesses the impact of public policy vis-à-vis consumer protection in Nigeria and recommends that much still need to be done.
Highlights
Consumer‟s rights are inalienable rights that must be protected by the consumer, business organizations and the government Public policies emanate from the government of a state and are geared towards regulating business relationships among the citizenry or distributing social amenities to individuals and communities
Public policy has to do with those policies emanating from the government of a state or its agencies as opposed to private policies, which are from the private sector
Public policies evolve as a result of public opinion and criticisms or that the policy makers are people-oriented and forward looking in developing policies to deliver results that conform to public interest
Summary
The lever, the plank, and the backbone for meaningful decisions. Public policy has to do with those policies emanating from the government of a state or its agencies as opposed to private policies, which are from the private sector They are either meant to regulate relationships among the citizens or distribute social amenities to individuals and communities. - It addresses the social and economic problems of the people by taking into consideration the various public opinions and criticisms. Regulatory policies impose restraints on institutions, organizations and even individuals Such policies could range from environmental pollution and sanitation, consumer protection to degree of foreign participation in business activities in Nigeria. It could cover other institutions like advertising policies and practices. Government‟s efforts in this direction shall be x-rayed
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