The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding the ban of certain Dove hand soaps and deodorants by European Union (EU) authorities. The affected products contain 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a chemical prohibited in cosmetic products due to its potential to harm the reproductive system, affect unborn
In a recent development that has sparked concern among consumers and health professionals alike, Nigeria’s apex food and drug regulatory agency, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has issued a stern warning on the dangers posed by specific Dove-branded cosmetic products, which have come under scrutiny in Europe for containing
In a show of federal solidarity and institutional collaboration, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has lauded the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for their united and intensified efforts in combating the influx and abuse
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has handed over 474,000 tablets of Tramadol to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) as part of intensified efforts to curb the influx of illicit pharmaceutical products into the country. The handover ceremony, which took place at the Customs headquarters, was presided over by top
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a stern warning against attempts to incite resistance to regulatory reforms in drug markets, following the circulation of misleading social media content. In a press release on Tuesday, the agency expressed concern over a video shared by a social media influencer, which
PORT HARCOURT — The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a targeted enforcement operation against the distribution of counterfeit eye drops in a South-South state, following reports of adverse health effects among unsuspecting users. The agency’s Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Mr. Francis Ononiwu, who led the operation on
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismantled a criminal operation posing as a missionary health outreach in the Abuloma area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The syndicate was found to be distributing fake and unregistered medical products under the guise of offering free healthcare services. Addressing journalists on Monday,
In a renewed demonstration of inter-agency synergy aimed at safeguarding public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has officially taken possession of a large consignment of smuggled and unregistered pharmaceutical products intercepted by the Nigeria Customs Service. The handover took place under the authority of the Federal Operations Unit
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched the Young Pharmacists Reserve Volunteers Program in partnership with the PSN-Young Pharmacists Group (PSN-YPG). This initiative aims to provide paid volunteer opportunities for young pharmacists in Nigeria, giving them hands-on experience while contributing to important public health activities. The program follows a
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised an alarm over the circulation of counterfeit Artemether/Lumefantrine tablets in Nigeria, sold under the brand name Aflotin 20/120. The agency disclosed this development via its official Twitter handle, emphasizing that the fake drugs were discovered and reported to NAFDAC by Ajanta Pharma
