The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has advised consumers to check the energy labels on electrical appliances before paying for them. The agency's argument is that appliances with strong efficiency ratings use less power for the same job, which shows up on monthly electricity bills. Labels give buyers a quick way to compare products and avoid models that quietly drain power at home. The advice lands at a time when electricity tariffs and unreliable supply have put household costs under real strain. SON has warned that unlabelled or mislabelled items can hide poor energy performance behind a familiar brand name. The agency has been pressing retailers to stock only appliances that meet the country's labelling standards. Shoppers have been told to verify the rating printed on the label rather than settle for whatever is cheapest on the shelf. If the message sticks, compliant manufacturers gain an advantage while substandard imports lose their market.