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The Kano State Consumer Protection Council has launched an investigation after residents accused some solar dealers of selling panels that do not deliver the power promised on the label.
The probe was triggered by multiple complaints from members of the public who said they bought solar systems expecting full performance, only to get far less energy than advertised.
Speaking for the complainants, Mallam Yusuf Sani said tests done with standard power-measuring equipment showed a clear gap between what the panels claimed and what they actually produced. According to him, the shortfall is not minor.
Sani warned that the consequences go beyond wasted money. He said underperforming panels can reduce the overall efficiency of a solar system, put extra strain on storage batteries, and in severe cases increase the risk of battery explosions. For households relying on solar as a primary power source, that is a serious safety concern.
He also alleged that many of the panels in question were imported without proper quality checks or certification. With demand for renewable energy rising across Kano, he urged the Council to step up market surveillance to stop substandard products from flooding shops and markets.
Responding to the allegations, the Executive Secretary of KCPC, Dr. Ibrahim Garba Muhammad, thanked the complainants for raising the issue. He assured residents that the Council will carry out a thorough investigation to establish the facts.
Dr. Muhammad said dealers found to have misrepresented product specifications will face action under the law. He stressed that consumers have a right to accurate information before making any purchase, especially for products tied to home safety and energy costs.
In a statement signed by Jamilu Mustapha Yakasai, Director of Education and Public Enlightenment, the Council reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Kano residents. The agency said it will work to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in the marketplace as more people turn to solar power.
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