NAFDAC raids markets, seizes ‘counterfeit wines worth N41.2m’

By Damilare Adeleye

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says its officials have raided wine shops in Nasarawa state.

In a post on its X page on Monday, the agency said that the shops are situated in the Mararaba market, New Nyanya and Masaka areas of the state.

“The operation targeted counterfeit and adulterated wines and spirits, resulting in the seizure of products valued at over ₦41.2 million,” NAFDAC said.

The agency said its investigation and enforcement team is probing the importers and manufacturers of “counterfeit” drinks.

The agency appealed to the public to be cautious and promptly report questionable products to the nearest NAFDAC office for immediate action.

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