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A Nigerian businessman has been caught printing LG logos on thousands of fake television cartons at the popular Alaba International Market in Lagos State, sparking widespread outrage and renewed concerns over counterfeit electronics in Nigeria.
In a viral video making the rounds on social media, the man was seen inside a shop manually stamping the LG brand name on numerous cartons of 45-inch and 55-inch television sets. The cartons appeared brand new, neatly arranged, and ready for sale.
A voice heard in the background of the video narrated the discovery, saying, “So yesterday I was in Alaba, and I came across this guy printing the LG logo on all these new TVs.” The narrator further claimed that more than 3,000 cartons of fake televisions were found in the shop.
The video also carried a strong warning to buyers, especially those shopping for LG products at Alaba International Market, advising them to be extremely careful as many of the products on sale may be counterfeit.
Alaba International Market is known as one of the largest electronics markets in West Africa and attracts buyers from across Nigeria and neighboring countries. However, the latest incident has once again raised questions about product authenticity and consumer safety within the market.
The revelation has triggered massive reactions online, with many Nigerians sharing personal experiences of being deceived after purchasing electronics at Alaba. One social media user, Ismail Olalekan, recounted how he bought a television packaged in an LG carton, only to later discover that the adaptor was from a different brand. According to him, the poor screen quality confirmed it was fake, forcing him to give the television away.
Others strongly condemned the practice. A user identified as @SABIBLAKI described the incident as deeply disturbing and said such acts should be openly criticised, adding that people often avoid calling out wrongdoing due to tribal sentiments.
Another user, Osagie Iyoha (@DatNaijaGuy1), blamed the situation on weak enforcement of consumer protection laws, stating that Nigeria has regulations on paper but lacks proper implementation, allowing fake and substandard products to flood the market.
Meanwhile, @MilesRoger suggested that many of these fake branding activities happen locally. According to him, while the electronic products may be manufactured abroad, stricter inspections at foreign ports have made it easier for sellers to add fake trademarks after the goods arrive in Nigeria.
The incident has once again highlighted the growing problem of counterfeit goods in Nigeria and the risks faced by everyday consumers. Many Nigerians are now asking whether the problem lies with weak enforcement, dishonest sellers, or a market culture that has come to accept fake products as normal.
As reactions continue to pour in, consumers are urging authorities to step up inspections and enforcement, while also calling on buyers to remain vigilant and verify products properly before making purchases.
