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Nigeria Cement Price Probe

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Nigeria's Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is investigating potential price manipulation in the cement industry. A three-month probe reveals cement costs are significantly higher in Nigeria compared to neighboring countries like Kenya and Togo. The FCCPC is looking into possible manipulation after uncovering these discrepancies.

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Nigeria's cement prices higher than neighbours, probe finds

Nigeria's cement industry is under scrutiny for potentially inflated prices, according to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). A preliminary investigation suggests that the cost of cement in Nigeria is higher than in comparable African markets, despite the country possessing substantial limestone deposits and a production capacity that significantly exceeds domestic โ€ฆ

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