NAFDAC clears air on list of fake products

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has clarified that a viral list of fake, adulterated, or substandard products circulating on social media does not represent an official alert or communication from the agency. In a statement to newsmen, NAFDAC’s resident media consultant, Olusayo Akintola, emphasized that the agency does not make sweeping declarations about product safety without proper investigation, sampling, and laboratory verification.

NAFDAC’s regulatory communications are typically specific and verifiable, and any findings regarding product safety are communicated through established official channels. The agency urged the public to disregard the unverified list and refrain from sharing or amplifying the information, stressing the importance of verifying information through official sources.

NAFDAC emphasized that such misinformation could have detrimental effects on legitimate businesses, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, potentially causing reputational and commercial damage. The agency reiterated its commitment to protecting Nigerians’ health by ensuring products meet safety, quality, and efficacy standards.

NAFDAC encouraged the public, healthcare professionals, manufacturers, distributors, and other stakeholders to rely on official communication channels for regulatory actions and alerts.