Vanguard staff discovers expired NAFDAC certification on Custard Pie

A staff member of Vanguard discovered that the NAFDAC certification for a WAO Custard Pie purchased from a shop in Lagos had expired. This finding was made during a routine verification of the product’s NAFDAC registration number on the agency's official portal prior to consumption. The incident highlights potential food safety concerns regarding expired certifications in the market.

The expired certification raises questions about the safety of the product and the implications for consumers. NAFDAC, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, is responsible for regulating food safety in Nigeria. The staff member's discovery has prompted discussions about the need for stricter enforcement of food safety regulations and the importance of consumer awareness regarding product certifications. As of now, there has been no official response from NAFDAC regarding this specific incident, and the current situation remains under scrutiny.

Reported by Vanguard.