Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has called on the Federal Government to take urgent action to curb the influx of counterfeit drugs into the country. He stressed the need for stricter control of the supply chain to prevent dangerous products from reaching local markets. His appeal follows alarming discoveries in Onitsha’s markets, particularly the Read More

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Tribune Online Over 77 trucks of substandard drugs seized at Aba, Onitsha, Idumota drug markets —NAFDAC THE National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says over 11,000 shops have been sealed off and 40 individuals arrested in its ongoing nationwide clampdown on fake and substandard medicines. Also, over 77 trucks of substandard drugs were seized at Aba, Onitsha and Idumota drug markets during the period under review. The […] Over 77 trucks of substandard drugs seized at Aba, Onitsha, Idumota drug markets —NAFDAC Tribune Online

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The Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has pledged to collaborate with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control to eliminate fake, substandard, and adulterated drugs from the market. Soludo made the promise on Saturday in Onitsha while addressing traders of Ogbo Ogwu and surrounding markets, which were recently shut down by NAFDAC Read More

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Tribune Online Again, NAFDAC uncovers two trucks loaded with fake, expired drugs in Onitsha market The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC, has uncovered another two trucks of fake and expired drugs at the plumbing section of Onitsha market, Anambra State, in the ongoing war against fake, counterfeit, unregistered and expired drugs in the state. The new development was made known to Journalists by the Director […] Again, NAFDAC uncovers two trucks loaded with fake, expired drugs in Onitsha market Tribune Online

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has intercepted fake drugs in its ongoing enforcement operation at the Onitsha Bridgehead drug market, popularly known as Ogbo-Ogwu in Anambra State. During the exercise, the agency uncovered two trailer loads of unregistered narcotics, banned tramadol, and counterfeit drugs concealed inside plumbing materials shops located Read More

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as 50% of drugs in circulation fake  Those with wealth and influence are not just tolerating Nigeria’s booming illegal drug read more ‘Nigeria’s rich, powerful fueling illegal drug trading’ – Ayuba

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Abia State government has vowed to launch a crackdown against producers of fake drugs and beverages operating in the state. Addressing newsmen on Tuesday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, after the State Executive Council meeting presided by Governor Alex Otti, issued warning to individuals responsible for the illegal market in the state. […] The post Abia Govt To Relocate Illegal Market, Apprehend Fake Drugs Sellers After NAFDAC Invasion  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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Tribune Online Reps call for stricter measures against promoters of fake drugs Members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, unanimously tasked Federal Government and security agencies with the urgent need to implement stricter penalties against individuals and organisations involved in production and distribution of fake drugs across the country. The resolution was passed sequel to the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi, who […] Reps call for stricter measures against promoters of fake drugs Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Crackdown on fake drugs: Peter Obi urges reopening of Onitsha head bridge market Former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has called for the immediate reopening of markets affected by the recent closure of the Head Bridge Market in Onitsha, the commercial city of the State.  He stated this in a message shared on his X handle on Tuesday.  The market was shut down by the National […] Crackdown on fake drugs: Peter Obi urges reopening of Onitsha head bridge market Tribune Online

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Former presidential candidate of Labour Party in 2023 election, Peter Obi has condemned total closure of Head Bridge Market in Onitsha, Anambra State by Federal Government. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that the popular market was recently shutdown over alleged discovery of fake, expired drugs. On Sunday, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration […] The post Peter Obi Knocks NAFDAC For Closing Other Businesses Over Alleged Discovery Of Fake Drugs Market In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a disturbing trend of free codeine syrups read more NAFDAC uncovers codeine syrups, diverted HIV drugs in fake drugs raid

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Tribune Online How Orji Kalu’s govt explored agricultural development in Abia — Ex-SSG Former Secretary to the Abia State Government, Dr Eme Okoro, has revealed how former Governor Orji Uzor Kalu made efforts to boost agriculture during his tenure. Okoro who stated this while speaking with some journalists, lamented the persistent abandonment of the agricultural sector by Nigerian leaders. When asked if he was impressed with the attitude […] How Orji Kalu’s govt explored agricultural development in Abia — Ex-SSG Tribune Online

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National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has sealed no fewer than 3,000 shops, allegedly producing fake products in Idumota Open Drug Market,  Lagos State. It was gathered that the agency also uncovered some vaccines stored in dilapidated, unventilated rooms sealed with iron sheets, posing severe health risks. In a statement shared via […] The post NAFDAC Raids Shops, Seizes 12 Truckloads Of Fake, Expired Drugs In Lagos (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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No fewer than 10 trucks, fully loaded with fake, expired, and falsified drugs have been uncovered by National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control at the Ogbo-Ogwu Bridge Head Market in Onitsha, Anambra State. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the discovery was made during an ongoing enforcement exercise at the market on Friday. The […] The post NAFDAC Seizes 10 Trucks Of Fake Drugs In Anambra, Rejects N135m Bribe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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