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  1. NAFDAC Cracks Down on Illegal Rice Trade, Seizes Counterfeit Bags Worth N5 Billion

    Nigeria NAFDAC Cracks Down on Illegal Rice Trade, Seizes Counterfeit Bags Worth N5 Billion

    NAFDAC has shut down eight illegal rice shops and a warehouse in Nasarawa, confiscating over 1,600 bags of counterfeit rice valued at N5 billion. The counterfeit rice was repackaged into branded bags to deceive consumers. NAFDAC reassures the public of its commitment to food safety and market...
  2. Eziukwu Market in Aba Sealed Over Dangerous Fake Goods by NAFDAC

    Nigeria Eziukwu Market in Aba Sealed Over Dangerous Fake Goods by NAFDAC

    NAFDAC shut down 150 shops at Eziukwu Market in Aba, Abia State, after uncovering fake and expired products worth ₦5 billion. The products included beverages, oils, and revalidated food items. NAFDAC reaffirmed its commitment to tackling counterfeit goods, ensuring public health safety across...
  3. Eziukwu Market in Aba Named Hub for Counterfeit Drinks by NAFDAC

    Nigeria Eziukwu Market in Aba Named Hub for Counterfeit Drinks by NAFDAC

    NAFDAC has flagged Aba’s Eziukwu Market as a hub for counterfeit drinks and beverages. During a recent raid, expired and adulterated products were uncovered, exposing the risks to public health. The agency is revisiting agreements with market leaders to curb these activities and protect...
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    Metro NAFDAC reiterates ban on sachet alcohol - PM News

    https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2024/12/08/nafdac-reiterates-ban-on-sachet-alcohol/
  5. Lagos Commissioner Responds to NAFDAC’s Denial Over Sachet Water Destruction

    Nigeria Lagos Commissioner Responds to NAFDAC’s Denial Over Sachet Water Destruction

    Lagos Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab clarified his statement after NAFDAC countered his claim that its enforcement officers were involved in destroying sachet water. Wahab reaffirms that Lagos State has not banned sachet water and emphasizes the focus on plastic waste management and sustainability...
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    Metro Two Arrested At Lagos Tradefair Complex For Removing Expired Beverage Labels And Replacing Them With Falsified Date Markings - Tori News

    https://www.tori.ng/news/288230/two-arrested-at-lagos-tradefair-complex-for-removi.html
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    Metro NAFDAC Uncovers Warehouse With Unregistered And Expired Products In Lagos (Photos) - Tori News

    https://www.tori.ng/news/287989/nafdac-uncovers-warehouse-with-unregistered-and-ex.html
  8. Nigerian Men React to NAFDAC's Warning About Fake Condoms

    Nigeria Nigerian Men React to NAFDAC's Warning About Fake Condoms

    NAFDAC warns Nigerians about the illegal sale of unregistered Foula condoms, discovered in Abakaliki and Katsina. The agency emphasizes that these products are not approved for use and can jeopardize health by failing to prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. The...
  9. NAFDAC Workers Stage Indefinite Strike Over Unresolved Welfare Issues

    Nigeria NAFDAC Workers Stage Indefinite Strike Over Unresolved Welfare Issues

    NAFDAC employees, represented by the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), have begun an indefinite strike due to unresolved welfare and promotion issues. Key demands include a review of promotion exam results, the appointment of directors...
  10. NAFDAC Seizes N37 Million in Counterfeit Cosmetics During Abuja Raid

    Nigeria NAFDAC Seizes N37 Million in Counterfeit Cosmetics During Abuja Raid

    NAFDAC raided supermarkets and markets in Abuja, seizing N37 million worth of unregistered and counterfeit cosmetics. The operation is part of the agency's efforts to remove illegal products from the market. NAFDAC promises strict regulatory action and destruction of seized goods, prioritizing...
  11. NAFDAC Seizes ₦50 Million Worth of Fake Cosmetics in Lagos Raid

    Nigeria NAFDAC Seizes ₦50 Million Worth of Fake Cosmetics in Lagos Raid

    NAFDAC has raided and shut down a Lagos factory producing counterfeit cosmetics, seizing over 1,200 cartons of fake products and unregistered chemicals valued at ₦50 million. The agency urges consumers to report suspicious activities to ensure safety and compliance in the cosmetics market. The...
  12. NAFDAC Denies Advising Nigerians to Stop Eating Bread, Clarifies Position

    Nigeria NAFDAC Denies Advising Nigerians to Stop Eating Bread, Clarifies Position

    NAFDAC clarifies that it did not advise Nigerians to avoid eating bread, countering a misleading video. The agency reassured the public of its commitment to food safety, warning against the use of unapproved additives like saccharine in bread, and emphasizing strict regulatory standards. The...
  13. Don't Store Cooked Food in Fridge Beyond 3 Days, NAFDAC Warns Nigerians

    Nigeria Don't Store Cooked Food in Fridge Beyond 3 Days, NAFDAC Warns Nigerians

    NAFDAC warns against storing cooked food in refrigerators for over 3 days, citing risks of contamination and foodborne illnesses that can lead to death. The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Moji Adeyeye, has issued a stern...
  14. A Decade Later: Son of Dora Akunyili Remembers Her Impactful Journey and Legacy

    Nigeria A Decade Later: Son of Dora Akunyili Remembers Her Impactful Journey and Legacy

    Reflecting on the 10th memorial of Dora Akunyili, Obumneme Akunyili, her son, underscores her enduring legacy and the void her passing left. He lauds her integrity and confidence, advocating for her emulation in public service. Obumneme Akunyili, son of the late Dora Akunyili, former...
  15. Abuja Crackdown: NAFDAC Confiscates Fake Cosmetics and Drugs Worth N50 Million

    Nigeria Abuja Crackdown: NAFDAC Confiscates Fake Cosmetics and Drugs Worth N50 Million

    The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) recently launched a series of raids on several well-known supermarkets and markets in Abuja, including Sahad Stores and H-Medix in areas like Wuse 2 and Gwarinpa. These operations were part of an effort to crack down on...
  16. Nigeria's NAFDAC Recalls Johnson & Johnson Children's Cough Syrup Over Toxicity Concerns

    Nigeria Nigeria's NAFDAC Recalls Johnson & Johnson Children's Cough Syrup Over Toxicity Concerns

    Nigeria's health regulatory authority, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has initiated a recall of a batch of Johnson & Johnson's children's cough syrup due to the presence of a dangerously high level of diethylene glycol, a potentially fatal toxic...
  17. Health Warning: NAFDAC Alerts Public to Counterfeit Antibacterial-labeled Paracetamol Injection

    Nigeria Health Warning: NAFDAC Alerts Public to Counterfeit Antibacterial-labeled Paracetamol Injection

    In a recent revelation, the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding the sale of a falsified Paracetamol Injection mislabelled as "Paracetamol Injection 300mg/2ml I.M I.V Aminoglycoside Antibacterial." The discovery came to...
  18. Unions Allege 500,000 Jobs at Risk as NAFDAC's Ban on Alcohol Sachets Triggers Nationwide Protests

    Nigeria Unions Allege 500,000 Jobs at Risk as NAFDAC's Ban on Alcohol Sachets Triggers Nationwide Protests

    Members of the Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria voiced their grievances on Tuesday, staging a protest at the National Agency for Foods and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) office in Lagos over the ban on sachet and PET bottles of alcoholic beverages. In a joint statement...
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    Metro 50% imported pharmaceutical products in Nigeria are fake – NAFDAC - Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/2/50-imported-pharmaceutical-products-in-nigeria-are-fake-nafdac.html
  20. NAFDAC Shuts Down Rumors: Paracetamol Tablets Pass Rigorous Tests, Dismissing Under-Dosing Claims

    Nigeria NAFDAC Shuts Down Rumors: Paracetamol Tablets Pass Rigorous Tests, Dismissing Under-Dosing Claims

    The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) responded to recent social media claims suggesting widespread under-dosing of paracetamol tablets in Nigeria. In a press release, NAFDAC emphasized its commitment to public health and safety, asserting that their...
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