NAFDAC Busts Factory Producing Fake Alcoholic Drinks, Seizes ₦180m Counterfeit Products
Officials from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have confiscated counterfeit alcoholic beverages valued at over ₦180 million in Lagos.
In a statement released on Tuesday via X (formerly Twitter), the agency reported that the products were seized during a raid on a makeshift factory located in Oke Arin Market, Lagos Island.
This operation was conducted in response to complaints regarding the illegal production of alcoholic drinks.
During the raid, three individuals were arrested, and a variety of counterfeit alcoholic beverages, empty bottles, and packaging materials were confiscated.. pic.twitter.com/278mDeNFxR
— NAFDAC NIGERIA (@NafdacAgency) December 3, 2024
According to the statement, three men were arrested in the process, with several fake drinks seized also.
“The products, valued at over ₦180 million, included fake versions of popular brands. The main suspect, Mr. Tochukwu Henry, confessed to refilling bottles labelled as Rémy Martin with ST-Rémy contents and employing two others to assist in the illicit operation,” the agency said.
“NAFDAC has raided a makeshift factory in Oke Arin market, Lagos Island, following a complaint about the illegal production of alcoholic beverages.
“Three men were apprehended and various counterfeit alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, and packaging materials were seized.”
It stated that “all suspects are currently in custody for further investigation,” calling on the “public to remain vigilant, especially during the festive season, and to report suspicious activities and products to the nearest NAFDAC office.” Read More
