The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed substandard products valued at N43 billion in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The destruction took place on Thursday at the Moniya dump site in Akinyele Local Government Area, with representatives from security agencies and the Oyo State Government present.
The Director-General of NAFDAC, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, represented by the Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Shabba Mohammed, explained that the destroyed items included counterfeit drugs, medical devices, and banned substances such as codeine and narcotics. These products were voluntarily surrendered by compliant companies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and trade unions.
"Over thirty different products were seized in total," said Adeyeye. "The confiscated items included aphrodisiacs, sex enhancement drugs, over-the-counter medications, and prescription-only drugs."
Adeyeye emphasized the importance of public involvement in combating counterfeit drugs and unsafe food products. She urged citizens to report any unlawful practices to the nearest NAFDAC office for immediate investigation.
The agency has been actively gathering intelligence on illegal warehousing, sale, and distribution of narcotics by pharmaceutical vendors in Lagos and other states. Recent raids conducted by the Investigation and Enforcement Directorate resulted in the confiscation of products worth over N700 million.
"In addition to counterfeit pharmaceuticals, the operation also targeted contraband items such as unregistered soaps, tomato paste, and counterfeit beverages," she added. "By taking these actions, NAFDAC aims to protect the health and safety of the public while promoting compliance within the pharmaceutical industry."
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