We’ll make illicit trade unattractive – NAFDAC vows

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has vowed to make illicit trade unattractive so as to reduce counterfeit and unwholesome food items and drugs in the country.

The Director-General of the agency, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, gave this reaffirmation of commitment in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja.

The statement indicated that “the reaffirmation of the commitment is in response to a campaign of calumny against NAFDAC by fake drug manufacturers and sellers of substandard food and beverages.”

According to Adeyeye, “NAFDAC is intensifying efforts to ensure the safety of drugs and foods consumed by Nigerians,” adding that the agency stands resolute against any campaign of calumny.

The NAFDAC boss added that recent exposure of a cartel involved in the production of fake wines and soft drinks in Aba, Abia State, underscored the gravity of the situation, clarifying that NAFDAC brought out the activities of these individuals during the yuletide to safeguard public health.

She highlighted the interception of counterfeit products in Eziukwu Market, Aba, as an example of NAFDAC’s commitment.

She stressed that the agency would not be deterred by unfounded allegations, urging the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities.

Adeyeye disclosed that officers of the Investigation and Enforcement, Pharmacovigilance and Post Marketing Surveillance Directorates have been empowered to apprehend those involved in the production, distribution of counterfeit drugs and substandard food items.

She reiterated the agency’s determination to safeguard the health of Nigerians, and urged citizens to assist by providing useful information on activities of counterfeiters.

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