In a celebration of public service excellence, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has been crowned Government Agency of the Year 2025 by the Leadership Newspaper, cementing its position as Nigeria’s unwavering guardian of consumer rights and market integrity. The prestigious accolade, unveiled at a high-profile gala today, Thursday, February 12, 2026, underscores FCCPC’s relentless drive to foster fair competition, transparency, and economic empowerment across the nation.
The award ceremony drew Nigeria’s elite, including First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, who hailed the recognition as “a call to more service,” inspiring FCCPC to elevate its transformative impact even further. Real-time social media buzz spotlighted the FCCPC Executive Commissioner for Corporate Services, amplifying the agency’s vibrant brand narrative in the digital spotlight.
This milestone victory builds on FCCPC’s illustrious legacy of accolades, from the 2023 Government Agency of the Year to the New Telegraph Regulatory Agency of the Year. Each honor reaffirms FCCPC’s leadership in navigating complex sectors like digital finance, healthcare, and utilities—delivering tangible wins such as regulatory triumphs over subscription hikes and ticket refunds.
For FCCPC, this award is more than a trophy; it’s a powerful brand accelerator. It signals unyielding commitment to innovation, accountability, and consumer-centric governance, resonating with stakeholders from businesses to everyday Nigerians. In an era of evolving markets, FCCPC stands tall as the benchmark for regulatory excellence, building trust, curbing exploitation, and propelling sustainable growth.
As Executive Vice Chairman/CEO Olatunji Bello’s visionary leadership propels the agency forward, this nod from Leadership Newspaper positions FCCPC as an indispensable force in Nigeria’s economic story. Here’s to more milestones, more fairness, and a stronger marketplace for all.
