The Guardian investigation revealed that distributors have raised the price of their products despite the poor quality products offer. They accused the manufacturers of decreasing the quality and selling at high price. For instance, the 10 mm steel was sold as 12mm rod, while 14mm rod was pass on as 16mm rod.
Awobodu said there are also fears of substandard construction that may endanger buildings conditions in the future. The Guardian learnt that SON officials have already shut down 13 steel rods manufacturing companies engaged in producing substandard products. The firms have been opened after complying with necessary procedures for production.
MEANWHILE, SON has given manufacturers and importers of steel products three months to evacuate fake and substandard steel products in the country. He added that compliance to quality and standards would guarantee local and international patronage of steel products made in Nigeria while also building the confidence of Nigerians in purchasing goods and services in the country.
Igbo with fake things like China