The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has uncovered counterfeit alcohol packaging centres in Article Market, Abule-Osun, Lagos State.
NAFDAC seized items worth an estimated ₦2 billion during the operation.
In a statement on Thursday,21, 2024 NAFDAC revealed that over 50,000 fake branded labels and packaging materials were confiscated. These materials were being used to produce unauthorized and dangerous alcoholic beverages.
The agency described the raid as an important step in protecting public health and safety.
“NAFDAC has dismantled illegal alcohol packaging operations at Article Market in Abule-Osun, Lagos State. During the raid, over 50,000 counterfeit branded labels and packaging materials for fake alcoholic beverages, valued at approximately ₦2 billion, were confiscated,” the statement said.
NAFDAC explained that the counterfeit alcohol posed serious health risks, including poisoning and damage to internal organs.
“These items were being used to produce unapproved and hazardous alcoholic products. NAFDAC warns about the severe health risks of counterfeit alcohol, including poisoning and organ damage,” the agency added.
NAFDAC urged consumers to be cautious when buying alcoholic drinks. It advised the public to only purchase beverages from trusted vendors and report any suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.
“Consumers are advised to purchase alcoholic beverages only from trusted vendors and report any suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office,” the statement concluded.
