NAFDAC dismantles N2bn counterfeit alcohol packaging operations in Lagos

Abdullateef Fowewe

Operatives of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, have busted an illegal alcohol packaging operation at Article Market in Abule-Osun, Lagos State.

The agency confiscated over 50,000 counterfeit branded labels and packaging materials for fake alcoholic beverages, valued at approximately N2 billion.

This was disclosed in a post shared on NAFDAC’s X handle on Thursday, November 21.

The remark reads, “NAFDAC has dismantled illegal alcohol packaging operations at Article Market in Abule-Osun, Lagos State.

“During the raid, over 50,000 counterfeit branded labels and packaging materials for fake alcoholic beverages, valued at approximately ₦2 billion, were confiscated. These items were being used to produce unapproved and hazardous alcoholic products.

“NAFDAC warns about the severe health risks of counterfeit alcohol, including poisoning and organ damage. Consumers are advised to purchase alcoholic beverages only from trusted vendors and report any suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.”