NAFDAC destroys N8bn fake, banned products in North-Central

On October 29, 2026, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) conducted a significant destruction exercise in Lafia, Nasarawa State, where they destroyed fake, adulterated, expired, and banned products valued at over ₦8 billion. This operation was part of NAFDAC's ongoing efforts to combat the distribution of unwholesome products across North-Central Nigeria.

The confiscated items included counterfeit drugs, unsafe food items, and banned alcoholic beverages, particularly those packaged in sachets and small containers of less than 200ml. NAFDAC's Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasized the importance of this action in safeguarding public health. The agency has been proactive in its operations, and this destruction marks a significant step in their commitment to ensuring the safety of food and drugs in the region.

Reported by Vanguard, Daily Trust, Punch, Daily Post.