Regulatory Action: NAFDAC warns traders against selling expired, substandard products – Reports

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NAFDAC has warned traders dealing in food, drugs, and cosmetics to stop selling substandard and expired products, reaffirming its commitment to protecting Nigerian consumers. This warning follows an unscheduled raid at the Trade Fair Complex along the Lagos-Badagry Motorway, where the agency uncovered expired products worth over ₦1 billion.

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During the raid, NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate discovered expired ketchup, bar soaps, body creams, and sprays in warehouses within the cosmetics section of the market. Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Dr Martins Iluyomade, stated, “We received numerous complaints from Nigerians about fake and unregistered products flooding various corners of the country. What we’ve seen today is disturbing—banned and expired cosmetics and personal care items that never went through proper safety testing.

The products discovered pose serious health risks to consumers, and some may contain carcinogens or banned chemicals. Dr Iluyomade emphasised the agency’s approach to enforcement, saying, “NAFDAC has regulations. Some issues can be determined on the spot, but others require scientific verification in the lab. This is why we sometimes delay full public disclosure—to ensure we’re accurate.”

At least three large warehouses filled with unwholesome goods were sealed during the raid, and owners will be invited for interrogation and may face legal action. Dr Iluyomade lamented the lack of compliance by some traders who bypass regulatory procedures, warning that such negligence puts millions of Nigerians at risk. “When people boycott the approval process, no one checks what they’re bringing in. That’s dangerous. These are products that come in contact with the skin and are ingested—it’s a serious public health and national security concern,” he said.

Dr Iluyomade reassured law-abiding business owners that NAFDAC is not anti-business, urging traders to register their products and adhere to safety guidelines. “We are here to protect both consumers and genuine entrepreneurs. We urge traders to register their products and adhere to safety guidelines. This way, they can run profitable businesses without endangering lives,” he said. He concluded by encouraging stakeholders to comply with regulations, stating, “This is the only country we have. Everyone must do the right thing to ensure the safety of all Nigerians.”

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