It has raised N180 million in counterfeit alcoholic goods, according to the National Agency for Food and Drug Control (NAFDAC).
After receiving a complaint about the illicit production of alcoholic drinks, NAFDAC X raided a makeshift factory in the Oke Arin market on Lagos Island, according to a post on the agency’s X handle.
According to the penned post: “Three men were apprehended and various counterfeit alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, and packaging materials were seized. The products, valued at over N180 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.
“All suspects are currently in custody for further investigation. NAFDAC calls on the public to remain vigilant, especially during the festive season, and to report suspicious activities and products to the nearest NAFDAC office,” NAFDAC added.
Concerns have been raised regarding fake goods in the Nigerian market. Days ago NAFDAC had confiscated counterfeit pharmaceuticals valued at N300 million, BrandSpur national news stories report.
