NAFDAC alerts Nigerians of recall of Indomie noodles brand

By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja

The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians of recall of Indomie brand Noodles Vegetable Flavour product by the French Authority (Rappel Conso of France)

According to a statement published on the website of NAFDAC on Friday, the French Authority issued notice of recall due to the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically milk and eggs, which may pose a significant health risk to consumers with allergies or intolerances in the product.

NAFDAC noted that Indomie noodles have become a household staple in many countries because of convenience, versatility in preparation, affordability, and the comfort they bring to family meals.

NAFDAC added that although the official risk of the products entering Nigeria is low due to the Federal Government’s ban on noodle importation, there remains a need for heightened vigilance to prevent possible illicit entry or circulation of the implicated Indomie brand.

NAFDAC also said it has commenced vigilance actions to guard against possible entry of the brand into the country, as acquisition of the product through online purchase or international travel cannot be excluded.

In this vein, all NAFDAC zonal directors and state coordinators have been directed to carry out surveillance and mop up the product if found within the zones and states.

“Distributors, retailers, and consumers are hereby advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the distribution, sale, and consumption of the recalled foreign brand of Indomie noodles.

“Consumers should discard the product and not consume it. Report any suspicion of the sale of the implicated brand of Indomie noodles to the nearest NAFDAC office, NAFDAC on 0800-162-3322. Also, report adverse events or side effects related to the consumption of the products or devices to the nearest NAFDAC office, or through the use of the E-reporting platforms available on the NAFDAC website www.nafdac.gov.ng,” the agency said.