The FCCPC has filed charges against MultiChoice Nigeria and CEO John Ugbe for allegedly violating regulatory directives and obstructing an ongoing investigation. The commission claims the company failed to comply with consumer protection laws. The lawsuit marks another regulatory crackdown on corporate governance in Nigeria’s broadcasting industry.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has initiated legal proceedings against MultiChoice Nigeria and its CEO, John Ugbe, citing non-compliance with regulatory directives and interference with an ongoing investigation.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Ondaja Ijagwu, FCCPC’s director of corporate affairs, the commission stated that the charges were prompted by MultiChoice’s alleged refusal to adhere to consumer protection guidelines and obstruction of regulatory oversight.
While specific details of the violations were not immediately disclosed, the case underscores growing tensions between regulatory authorities and major corporate entities in Nigeria’s broadcasting sector. FCCPC has previously sanctioned companies over consumer rights breaches, reinforcing its commitment to fair market practices.
MultiChoice Nigeria, a leading provider of satellite television services, has yet to release an official response to the lawsuit. However, industry analysts anticipate legal pushback from the company, given its history of challenging regulatory measures.
