The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed substandard, unregistered foods, drugs, and cosmetic products worth approximately N1,367,000,000 seized in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
During the destruction exercise on Thursday, NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that the activity is part of the agency’s routine operations across all zones of the federation, including the FCT.
Adeyeye, who was represented by Mr. Festus Ukadike, a Director in the Director-General’s office, stated that the agency’s goal is to rid the country’s supply chain of substandard regulated goods.
Major seizures in Abuja
She highlighted that in 2024, NAFDAC made significant progress, with substantial seizures that demonstrated its commitment to protecting public health.
“We conducted several destruction exercises across the zones, alongside investigations and enforcement efforts,” she said.
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