NAFDAC debunks fake flyer claiming 90% of alcoholic drinks in Nigeria are deadly

Abdullateef Fowewe

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned against a circulating online flyer that falsely uses the agency’s name and logo to claim that the vast majority of alcoholic drinks sold in Nigeria are fake, adulterated, and dangerous.

In a statement posted on its official X account on Sunday, NAFDAC said, “The attention of NAFDAC has been drawn to a flyer circulating online, bearing the Agency’s name and logo and claiming that 90% of alcoholic drinks sold in Nigeria are fake, adulterated and deadly.”

The agency categorically denied any involvement in the document.

“NAFDAC wishes to categorically state that the flyer was neither produced nor authorised by the Agency for circulation. The claims contained in it should be disregarded,” the statement read.

The fake flyer, which NAFDAC shared with a large red “FAKE” stamp across it, warns of severe health risks including rapid organ failure, severe vomiting, permanent blindness, and sudden death, while urging people to stop drinking alcohol immediately.

NAFDAC advised members of the public to ignore the alarmist claims and stick to official sources.

“The public is advised to rely on NAFDAC’s verified communication channels for authentic public health alerts and official information. Always verify information before sharing,” the agency said.