The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has made a significant move in its fight against expired and unwholesome products.
A warehouse in Kaduna, stocked with over N75 million worth of expired food and cosmetic products, has been shut down by the agency.
The raid, which was made possible by a tip from a concerned citizen, revealed shocking practices.
Workers were caught repackaging expired biscuits into sacks, and other expired items, including dairy milk, vegetable oil, and detergents, were also discovered.
The warehouse’s managing director has been arrested for interrogation, and NAFDAC has warned that strict regulatory sanctions will be imposed once the investigation is concluded.
The agency also found expired products valued at over N7 million, including “H-Pylori” test kits, which pose serious health risks.
This incident highlights the importance of NAFDAC’s guidelines for handling and disposal of unwholesome products, which were introduced on November 26, 2024.
NAFDAC has emphasized that no regulated product should be manufactured, imported, exported, sold, or used in Nigeria unless registered under its regulations.
The agency has urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious products or activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.
