The agency said it uncovered and confiscated fake and substandard food and beverages worth over ₦5 billion in its latest operation tagged Operation Clean Up Aba.
NAFDAC’s Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, in a statement, described the raid as the most decisive action in the history of the market.
Adeyeye hinted that this is a major step toward safeguarding public health and curbing the circulation of fake products in the country.
During the operation, over 240 makeshift factories were said to have been discovered, producing counterfeit products under unsanitary conditions.
Adeyeye revealed that these factories used harmful chemicals, contaminated water and recycled bottles to manufacture fake versions of popular brands, including Hennessy, Seaman Schnapps, Coca-Cola, Sprite, Peak Milk and Hollandia Yoghurt.
She added that over 1,500 cartons of fake products were destroyed on-site, with the total street value of the seized and destroyed goods estimated at ₦5 billion.
She said the operation also led to the discovery of three warehouses stockpiling expired Hollandia Yoghurt for revalidation on January 22.
NAFDAC commended the Abia State Government, led by Governor Alex Otti, for supporting the raid.
The agency urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and report any suspicious products to the nearest NAFDAC office.
Adeyeye assured all and sundry that the commission is determined to safeguard the health of the nation and rid markets of fake and substandard products.