NAFDAC uncovers warehouse filled with expired, unregistered products

A warehouse containing unregistered and expired grocery products was searched by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control in Oke-Afa, Okota, Lagos. 

A statement posted on X.com (previously Twitter) on Wednesday disclosed this. Operators were caught emptying a 20-foot container of unlicensed carbonated drinks as NAFDAC authorities, acting on intelligence, stormed into the plant. 

A closer look showed that 14 rooms were filled with expired and unregistered goods, some of which had been tainted by rats as a result of inadequate storage conditions.

The statement read: “NAFDAC has uncovered a warehouse in Oke-Afa, Okota, Lagos, stocked with unregistered and expired supermarket items.

“Acting on intelligence, a NAFDAC team raided the facility and apprehended operators offloading a 20ft container filled with unregistered carbonated drinks.

“A further inspection uncovered over 14 rooms packed with unregistered and expired products, some of which were contaminated by rats, indicating poor storage conditions.

“The facility has been placed on hold, with all operations suspended pending further investigation. NAFDAC has invited the management to provide sourcing evidence, including the Global Listing for Supermarket Items (GLSI) certificate.”

Additionally, the FDA issued a warning about the dangers of unregulated items, especially as the holiday season draws near.

Customers were advised by NAFDAC to exercise caution, confirm the legitimacy of product suppliers, and notify the local office of any questionable activity.

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