NAFDAC Destroys N8 Billion in Banned Alcohol Products

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) destroyed unwholesome, banned, fake, and adulterated products valued at over N8 billion in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State. The destruction ceremony took place on Thursday, with Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General of NAFDAC, represented by Deputy Director Joseph Edor.

Most confiscated items were banned alcoholic beverages in volumes less than 200 ml, which are easily accessible to youths and underage schoolchildren. Prof. Adeyeye stated that the agency's actions stem from concerns about addiction and health risks associated with early alcohol exposure.

The agency's mandate includes ensuring that only quality products are available in Nigeria. Other seized items included expired and fake food, drugs, and cosmetics.

NAFDAC commended law enforcement agencies for their collaboration in these operations. Dr. Gyani Stephen, the Nasarawa State Coordinator of NAFDAC, emphasized the initiative's life-saving intent, while Daniel Saidu from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency praised NAFDAC's efforts.