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NAFDAC Uncovers Warehouse with Banned and Fake Cosmetics Worth Over ₦3 Billion in Lagos NAFDAC has uncovered a warehouse stocked with banned, fake, and unregistered cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion at the APT Trade Fair Complex in Lagos state. The facility was concealed within an uncompleted building.

NAFDAC Uncovers Warehouse with Banned and Fake Cosmetics Worth Over ₦3 Billion in Lagos NAFDAC has uncovered a warehouse stocked with banned, fake, and unregistered cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion at the APT Trade Fair Complex in Lagos state. The facility was concealed within an uncompleted building.

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Yesterday, NAFDAC destroyed expired, falsified, controlled, unregistered, and banned medicines seized from the Idumota Open Drug Market during a recent three-week enforcement operation.

Yesterday, NAFDAC destroyed expired, falsified, controlled, unregistered, and banned medicines seized from the Idumota Open Drug Market during a recent three-week enforcement operation.

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#HappeningNow NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit production facility at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State. Two suspects were arrested at the scene while allegedly revalidating energy drinks and popular wine and whisky brands. More details to follow shortly.

#HappeningNow NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit production facility at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State. Two suspects were arrested at the scene while allegedly revalidating energy drinks and popular wine and whisky brands. More details to follow shortly.

885,628 views • 1 month ago

NAFDAC does not have direct regulatory oversight over unbranded palm oil, fufu, and other staple foods packaged and sold in open markets. ▶️ At her Press Conference yesterday, the Director-General of NAFDAC clarified that unbranded and unpackaged staple foods sold in open markets fall outside NAFDAC's direct regulatory mandate, and that sub-national authorities bear primary responsibility for ensuring the safety and quality of such products.

NAFDAC does not have direct regulatory oversight over unbranded palm oil, fufu, and other staple foods packaged and sold in open markets. ▶️ At her Press Conference yesterday, the Director-General of NAFDAC clarified that unbranded and unpackaged staple foods sold in open markets fall outside NAFDAC's direct regulatory mandate, and that sub-national authorities bear primary responsibility for ensuring the safety and quality of such products.

1,323,885 views • 2 months ago

NAFDAC Uncovers Suspected Counterfeit Alcoholic Drinks Factory in Aba NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit alcoholic drinks production facility at No. 25 Omenazu Street, Aba, Abia State. Acting on credible intelligence, officials discovered the facility operating in unhygienic conditions. The suspected operator reportedly fled upon the team’s arrival, abandoning a vehicle in which counterfeit packaging materials bearing the names of Sir Edwards Scotch Whisky and Scottish Hills Whisky, empty bottles and a drum containing approximately 200 litres of liquid were found. Inside the facility, officials found counterfeit packaging materials, bottle caps, sealing machines, empty bottles, cartons, tanks containing various liquid concoctions and dirty sieves reportedly used in the production process. Plastic buckets and 200-litre drums containing ethanol and tree bark immersed in ethanol were also discovered, raising serious concerns about the safety and quality of the products being produced. The estimated value of the equipment, materials and facility components is over ₦500 million. The Agency urges members of the public to provide credible information on suspected illegal manufacturing activities to the NAFDAC Call Centre on 0800-1-623322 or 0700-1-623322, or email reforms@nafdac.gov.ng.

NAFDAC Uncovers Suspected Counterfeit Alcoholic Drinks Factory in Aba NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit alcoholic drinks production facility at No. 25 Omenazu Street, Aba, Abia State. Acting on credible intelligence, officials discovered the facility operating in unhygienic conditions. The suspected operator reportedly fled upon the team’s arrival, abandoning a vehicle in which counterfeit packaging materials bearing the names of Sir Edwards Scotch Whisky and Scottish Hills Whisky, empty bottles and a drum containing approximately 200 litres of liquid were found. Inside the facility, officials found counterfeit packaging materials, bottle caps, sealing machines, empty bottles, cartons, tanks containing various liquid concoctions and dirty sieves reportedly used in the production process. Plastic buckets and 200-litre drums containing ethanol and tree bark immersed in ethanol were also discovered, raising serious concerns about the safety and quality of the products being produced. The estimated value of the equipment, materials and facility components is over ₦500 million. The Agency urges members of the public to provide credible information on suspected illegal manufacturing activities to the NAFDAC Call Centre on 0800-1-623322 or 0700-1-623322, or email [email protected].

314,302 views • 25 days ago

NAFDAC Seizes Counterfeit Alcoholic Beverage Packaging Materials Worth Over ₦200 Million in Aba Today, NAFDAC, acting on credible intelligence, raided five shops at Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State, suspected of producing and supplying counterfeit packaging materials for popular alcoholic beverages and other products. The operation uncovered counterfeit labels, corks, packs and outer packaging materials bearing the names of several brands, including Jameson, Glenfiddich, Four Cousins, Lord’s Dry Gin, Imperial Blue, Goya Oil, Chelsea, Squadron and Seaman’s Aromatic Schnapps. The packaging materials seized were estimated to be worth over ₦200 million. During the operation, NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement operatives encountered threats and resistance from traders, making the evacuation of the seized materials challenging. The owners of the five shops were absent, and the premises were placed on hold to prevent interference with the items remaining inside. NAFDAC issued an invitation to the Market Union Chairman, who pledged to ensure the security of the sealed premises and assist the Agency in identifying and presenting the shop owners.

NAFDAC Seizes Counterfeit Alcoholic Beverage Packaging Materials Worth Over ₦200 Million in Aba Today, NAFDAC, acting on credible intelligence, raided five shops at Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State, suspected of producing and supplying counterfeit packaging materials for popular alcoholic beverages and other products. The operation uncovered counterfeit labels, corks, packs and outer packaging materials bearing the names of several brands, including Jameson, Glenfiddich, Four Cousins, Lord’s Dry Gin, Imperial Blue, Goya Oil, Chelsea, Squadron and Seaman’s Aromatic Schnapps. The packaging materials seized were estimated to be worth over ₦200 million. During the operation, NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement operatives encountered threats and resistance from traders, making the evacuation of the seized materials challenging. The owners of the five shops were absent, and the premises were placed on hold to prevent interference with the items remaining inside. NAFDAC issued an invitation to the Market Union Chairman, who pledged to ensure the security of the sealed premises and assist the Agency in identifying and presenting the shop owners.

352,257 views • 1 month ago

NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement Directorate has uncovered a residential building at 322B Meiran Road, Agbado Oke Odo, Lagos, where empty bottles of assorted alcoholic beverages were stored for suspected use in counterfeiting popular brands. Over 100 sacks of empty bottles were discovered and destroyed to prevent their reuse in the production of counterfeit alcoholic drinks.

NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement Directorate has uncovered a residential building at 322B Meiran Road, Agbado Oke Odo, Lagos, where empty bottles of assorted alcoholic beverages were stored for suspected use in counterfeiting popular brands. Over 100 sacks of empty bottles were discovered and destroyed to prevent their reuse in the production of counterfeit alcoholic drinks.

194,936 views • 22 days ago

NAFDAC Shuts Down Eziukwu Market Over Fake and Expired Products Worth ₦5 Billion. NAFDAC has shut down 150 shops at Eziukwu Market, Aba, Abia State, during a two-day operation on December 16 and 17, 2024.

NAFDAC Shuts Down Eziukwu Market Over Fake and Expired Products Worth ₦5 Billion. NAFDAC has shut down 150 shops at Eziukwu Market, Aba, Abia State, during a two-day operation on December 16 and 17, 2024.

2,982,111 views • 1 year ago

More footage of the evacuation of seized counterfeit alcoholic beverage packaging materials from Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State.

More footage of the evacuation of seized counterfeit alcoholic beverage packaging materials from Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State.

97,098 views • 29 days ago

NAFDAC Arrests Fake Alcoholic Beverage Producer in Rivers State. NAFDAC has apprehended Anthony Chidi at Mile 3 Market, Diobu, Port Harcourt, for producing counterfeit alcoholic beverages in unsanitary conditions.

NAFDAC Arrests Fake Alcoholic Beverage Producer in Rivers State. NAFDAC has apprehended Anthony Chidi at Mile 3 Market, Diobu, Port Harcourt, for producing counterfeit alcoholic beverages in unsanitary conditions.

515,524 views • 1 year ago

In a startling discovery, NAFDAC uncovered prohibited drugs hidden inside PLUMBING MATERIALS SHOPS at the Onitsha Bridgehead Drug Market. Officials seized two trailer loads of unregistered narcotics, banned tramadol, and counterfeit drugs concealed within these shops.

In a startling discovery, NAFDAC uncovered prohibited drugs hidden inside PLUMBING MATERIALS SHOPS at the Onitsha Bridgehead Drug Market. Officials seized two trailer loads of unregistered narcotics, banned tramadol, and counterfeit drugs concealed within these shops.

231,362 views • 1 year ago

Know Where to Report, Complain or Make an Enquiry ▶️ In this episode of #NAFDACExplains, Adaeze Elemuwa guides you through the appropriate channels for reporting suspected substandard or falsified products, reporting adverse reactions, verifying product registration, submitting complaints and making enquiries to NAFDAC. Knowing where to report helps the Agency investigate concerns, address safety risks and protect public health. Watch, learn and speak up. Your report matters! 🔗 Visit for official information and services.

Know Where to Report, Complain or Make an Enquiry ▶️ In this episode of #NAFDACExplains, Adaeze Elemuwa guides you through the appropriate channels for reporting suspected substandard or falsified products, reporting adverse reactions, verifying product registration, submitting complaints and making enquiries to NAFDAC. Knowing where to report helps the Agency investigate concerns, address safety risks and protect public health. Watch, learn and speak up. Your report matters! 🔗 Visit for official information and services.

11,937 views • 20 days ago

Summary of Idumota Open Drug Market Operation (Week One) The ongoing enforcement aims to eliminate illicit drugs and curb the circulation of unregistered, expired, revalidated, and controlled medicines. So far, over 3,000 shops have been screened and placed on hold.

Summary of Idumota Open Drug Market Operation (Week One) The ongoing enforcement aims to eliminate illicit drugs and curb the circulation of unregistered, expired, revalidated, and controlled medicines. So far, over 3,000 shops have been screened and placed on hold.

178,827 views • 1 year ago

Food safety is a shared responsibility. ▶️ In this first episode of From the DG’s Desk, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye highlights NAFDAC’s role in regulating relevant farm inputs and processed and packaged foods, while emphasising the importance of collaboration across the food value chain. From the farm to the consumer’s table, everyone has a role to play in ensuring that the food we eat is safe and of good quality. Together, we can protect public health and promote safe food for every Nigerian. #NAFDAC #FromTheDGsDesk

Food safety is a shared responsibility. ▶️ In this first episode of From the DG’s Desk, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye highlights NAFDAC’s role in regulating relevant farm inputs and processed and packaged foods, while emphasising the importance of collaboration across the food value chain. From the farm to the consumer’s table, everyone has a role to play in ensuring that the food we eat is safe and of good quality. Together, we can protect public health and promote safe food for every Nigerian. #NAFDAC #FromTheDGsDesk

25,628 views • 2 months ago

#AbaUpdates Two warehouses at No. 269, Sam Mbakwe Road (formerly Faulk’s Road), Aba, stocked with expired drugs, have been uncovered. During the raid, it was discovered that suspects had removed some cartons of expired but relabelled drugs before security reinforcements arrived.

#AbaUpdates Two warehouses at No. 269, Sam Mbakwe Road (formerly Faulk’s Road), Aba, stocked with expired drugs, have been uncovered. During the raid, it was discovered that suspects had removed some cartons of expired but relabelled drugs before security reinforcements arrived.

159,153 views • 1 year ago

NAFDAC has launched a major enforcement operation simultaneously across all South-East states. An operation at Ogbo-Ogu Market, Bridge Head, Onitsha, in Anambra State, led by Dr. Martins Iluyomade, seized large quantities of adulterated, substandard and expired drugs.

NAFDAC has launched a major enforcement operation simultaneously across all South-East states. An operation at Ogbo-Ogu Market, Bridge Head, Onitsha, in Anambra State, led by Dr. Martins Iluyomade, seized large quantities of adulterated, substandard and expired drugs.

144,574 views • 1 year ago

The team uncovered large-scale production and distribution of fake and expired goods, including beverages, carbonated drinks, wines, spirits, vegetable oils, and revalidated food items such as noodles, powdered milk, and yoghurt. The destroyed items were valued at ₦5 billion.

The team uncovered large-scale production and distribution of fake and expired goods, including beverages, carbonated drinks, wines, spirits, vegetable oils, and revalidated food items such as noodles, powdered milk, and yoghurt. The destroyed items were valued at ₦5 billion.

150,894 views • 1 year ago

Today, an enforcement operation at Ekumi Plaza, Ariaria Market uncovered a shop involved in the packaging and sales of unregistered and falsified drugs, mainly contraceptives like Postinor-2, counterfeit Ampiclox GSK from India, Vega Plus 100, Claratem-QS, and Maloxine Tablets.

Today, an enforcement operation at Ekumi Plaza, Ariaria Market uncovered a shop involved in the packaging and sales of unregistered and falsified drugs, mainly contraceptives like Postinor-2, counterfeit Ampiclox GSK from India, Vega Plus 100, Claratem-QS, and Maloxine Tablets.

118,360 views • 1 year ago

More from the Idumota enforcement exercise, NAFDAC officials have seized: ➡️Banned drugs such as Analgin. ➡️Vaccines meant for cold chain storage. ➡️Oxytocin for maternal health, improperly stored outside the cold chain. ➡️Donated medical products.

More from the Idumota enforcement exercise, NAFDAC officials have seized: ➡️Banned drugs such as Analgin. ➡️Vaccines meant for cold chain storage. ➡️Oxytocin for maternal health, improperly stored outside the cold chain. ➡️Donated medical products.

102,090 views • 1 year ago

Not everything you see flagged online falls under NAFDAC's regulatory mandate, and that distinction matters. ▶️ Our Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has clarified that certain agricultural commodities of public health concern, including fresh fruits, fall under the quarantine mandate of the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), not NAFDAC. Effective food safety regulation requires clearly defined responsibilities and coordinated collaboration across all relevant agencies.

Not everything you see flagged online falls under NAFDAC's regulatory mandate, and that distinction matters. ▶️ Our Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has clarified that certain agricultural commodities of public health concern, including fresh fruits, fall under the quarantine mandate of the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), not NAFDAC. Effective food safety regulation requires clearly defined responsibilities and coordinated collaboration across all relevant agencies.

16,859 views • 2 months ago