NAFDAC Rejects Viral List of Alleged Fake Products

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has publicly disassociated itself from a viral list circulating on social media that alleges certain products in the Nigerian market are fake, adulterated, or substandard. In a statement signed by its Resident Media Consultant, Sayo Akintola, NAFDAC clarified that the list did not originate from the agency and should not be considered an official regulatory alert, recall notice, or safety communication.

The agency emphasized that it does not make broad declarations regarding product safety or authenticity without conducting thorough regulatory processes, including investigation, sampling, and scientific verification. NAFDAC warned that such misinformation could incite unnecessary panic among consumers, damage the reputation of legitimate businesses, and disrupt the pharmaceutical, food, and consumer-products markets.

The agency urged Nigerians to disregard the viral list and avoid sharing unverified information, reiterating the need for distinguishing between social media claims and official regulatory findings. NAFDAC reaffirmed its commitment to public health and the enforcement of safety standards.