NAFDAC Shuts Down Fake Alcohol Bottling Operation in Lagos
# In a decisive action, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a clandestine operation in Lagos, where empty bottles were being stored for the production of counterfeit alcoholic beverages.
The raid took place at a residential building located at 322B Meiran Road, Agbado Oke-Odo, and yielded more than 100 sacks of empty bottles.During the operation, NAFDAC officials discovered a variety of bottles hidden under tarpaulins.
Assistant Director Kunle Ojo reported that the collection included different sizes and brands, such as Action Bitter and Royal Circle Premium Whiskey, all intended for use in illegal alcohol production.Ojo condemned the use of residential spaces for such illicit activities, declaring, “This is a residential area, and this is not acceptable to government.
He stressed the agency’s commitment to protecting public health and urged citizens to be vigilant.The operation highlights the ongoing struggle against counterfeit alcohol, which poses serious health risks to consumers.
Ojo appealed for community support, especially urging women to report any suspicious behavior to NAFDAC offices.
In a video statement, he reinforced the agency’s mission to safeguard the health of Nigerians, stating, “We are here to protect the nation’s health.
The call for public involvement reflects a strategy aimed at dismantling illegal networks involved in counterfeit production.
As NAFDAC intensifies its efforts against counterfeit alcohol, this incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of community awareness in combating the spread of dangerous products.
Citizens are encouraged to stay alert and report any suspicious activities, aiding NAFDAC in preserving the integrity of Nigeria’s food and drug sectors.
