Tag: Nafdac
We’re investigating allegation of poisonous plantain chips — NAFDAC
The statement also said: “We reassure the public that NAFDAC is proactive in safeguarding health. Thorough investigation of the disturbing…
NAFDAC rolls out strategies to support MSMEsMS
This is against what is currently charged and 45 per cent of the processing fee for foreign products (which will…
NAFDAC busts ‘merchants of deaths’ in Aba, seizes fake wines, others worth N175m
Because of the extensive operation, the agency raided over 240 shops- turned factories where the harmful products were being produced…
NAFDAC issues alert on ‘dangerous’ energy drink
Adeyeye alerted that the consumption of the product could cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, and nervousness because of the high level…
NAFDAC introduces online products registration to manufacturers
Fagboroye explained that the online registration, which had been on for a while, was for limited and certain products, “and…
NAFDAC approves AAU’s drug, GLUCOZIL, for diabetes treatment
The regulatory agency also grant the University rights of Production and Patents of GLUCOZIL, Head of the Department of Pharmacology…
NAFDAC confiscates expired, unregistered products worth N15m in Niger
“Make sure that the dates on the products have not been tampered with."
We’ll go after bakers using raw materials infested by rats to bake bread in Lagos – NAFDAC
“GHP must be strictly adhered to from the beginning to the end of the production process, as finished products should…
NAFDAC busts Baban Aisha production factory
“So under this condition, we had no option but to seal the entire premises and evacuate all related equipment and…
NAFDAC arraigns Duru Ndukwe, others over alleged fake drugs importation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arraigned the Chairman of Sabon Gari Patent &…
Hope rises as Nigeria approves Malaria Vaccine
The R21 Malaria vaccine is an Adjuvanted protein vaccine presented as a sterile solution. A dose which is 0.5ml is…
NAFDAC seals 2 shops in Abuja
“I can tell you that Pyridine which is the chemical that is contained in some of these products can cause…
NAFDAC sends strong message to Muslims, Christians who fast a lot
According to her, Nigeria is a very religious country, as Muslims and Christians fast a lot, saying it is part…
Stop taking weight loss capsule, it causes cancer – NAFDAC
“Phenolphthalein has been found to be toxic to genes, as it can cause damage or mutations in the DNA. Studies…
Breaking: Buhari re-appoints Prof. Adeyeye as NAFDAC DG
Adeyeye, a Nigerian pharmacist and professor was first appointed the Director-General of NAFDAC on 3 November 2017 by the President…
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians on fake COVID-19 test kits
Anybody in possession of the counterfeit product should immediately discontinue sale or use and submit stock to the nearest agency…
NAFDAC raids warehouses in Kano, nabs 2 suspects
NAFDAC said the raid which they conducted at warehouses located at Sabon Gari market and Unity road, were in line…
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians on killer cough syrups
NAFDAC identified the cough syrups as Promethazine Oral Solution, Kofexmalin Baby Cough Syrup, Makoff Baby Cough Syrup and Magrip N…
NAFDAC issues public alert on Wrigley’s recall of confectionary products
The NAFDAC boss said the company explained that it was recalling the products due to the potential presence of some…
NAFDAC cracks down on manufacturers of herbal aphrodisiacs
Adeyeye said one of the dangerous products discovered by NAFDAC was “Kurkura”, used particularly in the Southwest and Northern axis…
NAFDAC issues strong warning against popular cosmetic product
Adeyeye stated that the agency was equally informed of the product by German Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food…
NAFDAC shuts 10 water factories in Ondo
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed 10 packaged water companies in Ondo State
Placentyne Hair Lotion has been banned: NAFDAC issues warning
NAFDAC said it received safety information from the European Rapid Alert System for dangerous non-food products (RAPEX) that a cosmetic…
Buttermilk pancake and waffle mix contaminated: NAFDAC warns Nigerians
The Director-General, on behalf of NAFDAC, implores importers, distributors, retailers, healthcare providers and consumers to exercise caution in the importation,…
NAFDAC issues alert on 5 brands of deadly male sex enhancement pills
NAFDAC said that the implicated products are marketed as dietary supplements for male sexual enhancement and sold online on Amazon…
Fake Emzor paracetamol producer Ogbodo jailed 7 years
Akintola said Ogbode was convicted and sentenced to seven years imprisonment without an option of fine by a Federal High…
NAFDAC confiscates 80 bags of unhealthy wheat in Gombe
Anchor Borrowers Programme of the CBN was boldly written on the bags of wheat being sold to the public at…
NAFDAC bans registration of alcoholic drinks in sachets
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has banned the registration of alcohol in sachets and…
Nigeria will no longer be dumping ground for banned products – NAFDAC
Prof. Moji Adeyeye, the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has said Nigeria…
Stop using ‘Manpower’, NAFDAC warns Nigerian men
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC) has urged Nigerian men to desist from using performance-enhancing…