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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Ahead of 2027 general election, Labour Party has insisted that candidate willing to contest for any position under the party must meet up with party’s requirements. LP denied viral report, claiming that its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti have been given automatic tickets for the next election. INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has commended former Military President Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) for acknowledging the late Chief MKO Abiola as the winner of the June 12, 1993, election. IBB made this admission during the launch of his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’ on Thursday. Obi, who attended […] The post MKO Abiola: ‘I Hope True Winners Of Past Elections Will Be Recognised’ – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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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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The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has denied reports linking him to some firearms allegedly uncovered at his office. Online reports on Tuesday alleged that 47 pump-action guns were discovered by officials of the Department of State Services during a visit to the assembly on Monday. Some versions of Read More

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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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Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi and ex-Inspector General of Police Mike Okiro paid a condolence visit to the family of Late Chief Edwin Clark in Abuja. Daily Sun reported that Ebikeme Clark disclosed how his father died following news of his demise on Tuesday. Per online reports, Obi arrived at the residence of the late […] The post Edwin Clark: Peter Obi, former IGP Okiro pay condolence visit to family appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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The former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has reiterated his call for the immediate reopening of markets that were not involved in illegal drug trading. While making the call in a statement on his verified X handle on Tuesday, Obi emphasised the importance of protecting small Read More

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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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The former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has called for the immediate reopening of non-drug markets that were closed down following the closure of the Head Bridge Drug Market in Onitsha. The drug market was closed by regulatory and security authorities last week because of suspected illegal drug trading in an area referred to […]

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Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has called for the immediate reopening of markets that were collaterally affected by the closure of the Head Bridge Market in Onitsha. The market was shut down by regulatory and security agencies due to alleged trading in illegal drugs within a section known as Ogbo Ogwu. While condemning Read More

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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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Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, have visited the residence of the late Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere. Also present to pay their respects were former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel, Labour […] The post Osinbajo, Adeboye, Peter Obi Lead Dignitaries In Paying Tribute At Late Pa Adebanjo’s Residence 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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