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Prohibited and Restricted Items Policy

Last Updated: April 25, 2025

Vendors are strictly forbidden from listing or selling any of the items listed below. Violations will result in immediate action.

1. Illegal & Dangerous Goods

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    Narcotics: Any substance illegal under Nigerian law
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    Weapons: Guns, ammunition, explosives, knives
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    Hazardous Materials: Fireworks, toxic chemicals
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    Stolen Property: Items without legal ownership

2. Counterfeits (Zero Tolerance)

ETK Mall has a Zero Tolerance Policy for fakes.

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    Counterfeit Goods: Unauthorized brand copies
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    Bootleg Content: Pirated software, games, music
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    Replicas: Items labeled as "replica" or "knock-off"

3. Financial & Digital Products

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    Currency: Nigerian Naira or foreign currency
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    Cryptocurrency: Virtual currencies or mining equipment
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    Schemes: Pyramid/Ponzi or MLM programs
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    Gift Cards: Unauthorized resale of prepaid cards

4. Medical & Healthcare (Restricted)

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    Prescription Medication: Drugs requiring prescription
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    Unapproved Supplements: Non-NAFDAC approved items
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    Medical Devices: Requires platform approval

5. Adult Content & Offensive Material

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    Pornography: Adult content or explicit material
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    Hate Speech: Items promoting violence or discrimination

6. Services & Intangible Items

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    Illegal Services: Hacking, forgery, academic cheating
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    Gambling: Lottery tickets, betting accounts

7. Consequences of Violation

  1. Listing Removal: Deleted without notice
  2. Account Suspension: Temporary or permanent ban
  3. Funds Withholding: Related funds frozen
  4. Legal Action: Reported to authorities (Police, NDLEA, NAFDAC)

8. Report a Violation

See a prohibited item? Report it immediately:

  • Email: compliance@etkmall.com
  • In-App: Use the "Report Product" button