NAFDAC destroys N59m expired medicines in Rivers
NAFDAC has destroyed expired donated drugs and medical consumables valued at N59 million in Rivers State to prevent risks to public health. Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-destroys-n59m-expired-medicines-in-rivers/
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Rivers State recently destroyed expired donated medicines worth N59 million. The drugs, which included depressants, anti-ulcers, analgesics, hypertension drugs and consumables, were intercepted at the Port Harcourt Port Authority from the United States.
The destruction took place at the Igwuruta dump site in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. NAFDAC's South-South zone director, Chukwuma Oligbu, emphasized the agency's commitment to protecting Nigerians and ensuring medicines meet required standards. He highlighted the importance of removing expired medicines from circulation and destroying them safely.
The exercise demonstrated the agency's dedication to maintaining the quality, safety, and effectiveness of medicines in the country.
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