NAFDAC uncovers suspected fake drinks factory, arrests two in Lagos

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has uncovered a suspected counterfeit beverage manufacturing website in Lagos State, resulting in the arrest of two suspects.

The company disclosed the event in a publish on X on Tuesday, figuring out the placement as Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex. 

It stated the suspects have been allegedly concerned in revalidating power drinks in addition to in style wine and whisky manufacturers.

A video launched by NAFDAC confirmed stacks of blue cans of Bullet power drink piled up in a storage space, with free cans and cardboard cartons scattered close by.

The footage additionally captured a big blue plastic barrel containing discarded supplies and two males sitting on the ground in opposition to a wall.

Other scenes confirmed empty alcoholic beverage bottles, bottle caps, corks, labels and packaging supplies unfold throughout the ground, with some saved in packing containers and baggage.

A bottle of Martell cognac was seen among the many gadgets, whereas plastic baggage containing caps and seals, printed labels and different packaging supplies have been displayed in what seemed to be an improvised manufacturing space.

NAFDAC stated the two suspects have been apprehended on the facility over their alleged involvement in the revalidation of power drinks, wines and whisky manufacturers.

The discovery comes amid requires stronger surveillance and regulatory enforcement to stop counterfeit and substandard merchandise from reaching customers in Nigeria.

Concerns have additionally been raised over the security and authenticity of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks offered in the nation, notably merchandise allegedly repackaged or relabelled with out applicable regulatory supervision.

NAFDAC is answerable for regulating and controlling the manufacture, importation, exportation, distribution, commercial, sale and use of meals, medicine, cosmetics, medical gadgets, chemical substances and packaged water in Nigeria.