The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has uncovered a large-scale counterfeit alcoholic beverage operation at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex, seizing products valued at more than ₦2bn.
The agency said its Investigation and Enforcement Directorate carried out the raid on Tuesday following credible intelligence, discovering more than 20 illegal stores allegedly used for counterfeiting and other unlawful activities.
NAFDAC operatives uncover illegal stores allegedly used to counterfeit alcoholic beverages at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex. Credit: X | NafdacAgency
Officers found suspects in the process of blending and counterfeiting popular alcoholic beverage brands, revalidating expired and unsafe beverages for resale, and stockpiling banned imported products.
“Two suspects were apprehended, and products seized and evacuated are valued at over ₦2 billion,” the statement added.
NAFDAC operatives uncover illegal stores allegedly used to counterfeit alcoholic beverages at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex.
The agency warned members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious manufacturing, revalidation or sales of regulated products.
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