NAFDAC Commences Nationwide Mop-Up of Banned Sachet Alcohol and Sub-200ml PET Bottles NAFDAC has commenced a nationwide enforcement operation to remove alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and PET bottles below 200ml from circulation, in line with the Federal Government's ban on the production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of such products. The exercise, being carried out across the six geopolitical zones, follows the closure of non-compliant manufacturing facilities and is part of NAFDAC's ongoing efforts to protect public health.

NAFDAC Shuts Down Shops at Lagos Trade Fair Complex Over Suspected Unregistered Cosmetics NAFDAC's Investigation & Enforcement Directorate (Cosmetics Division) conducted a two-day enforcement operation at the Trade Fair Complex, Lagos, on 26 and 27 August 2026, to remove specified unregistered cosmetic products from circulation.

The operation covered several shops and business premises where suspected unregistered cosmetic products were identified. The affected premises include: 1.⁠ ⁠Vincentmo World, opposite Bmeck Plaza, Private Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 2.⁠ ⁠Amazon City of Fragrance, Shops 37 & 38, Beauty Promise Land Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 3.⁠ ⁠Aza-King Store Perfumes, opposite Fidelity Bank, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 4.⁠ ⁠PP2 & Fragrance Int’l Ltd. – Design Perfumes & Cosmetics, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 5.⁠ ⁠No. D12 Fragrance Doctor Shop, Abia Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 6.⁠ ⁠God & Obaino Fragrance Store, opposite Wave Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos. 7.⁠ ⁠Other identified shops and business premises within the Trade Fair Complex.

NAFDAC Seizes ₦300m Worth of Banned Alcoholic Drinks in Lagos NAFDAC has shut down some distributors selling alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and PET bottles below 200 mL in Lagos State. The value of the seized products is estimated at ₦300 million. Distributors and retailers were arrested during operations at Ile-Epo Market, while raids were also conducted at Ojuwoye Market, Mushin, and Oke-Arin Market, Lagos Island. Officials evacuated several cartons of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and PET bottles below 200 mL from these locations. Investigations indicated that some distributors and retailers were hoarding the products amid increased demand and rising prices. NAFDAC emphasises that the ban remains in force and warns distributors, retailers and other operators against the sale, distribution or hoarding of the prohibited products.

#HappeningNow NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit production facility at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State. Two suspects were arrested at the scene while allegedly revalidating energy drinks and popular wine and whisky brands. More details to follow shortly.

NAFDAC Seizes Counterfeit Alcoholic Beverage Packaging Materials Worth Over ₦200 Million in Aba Today, NAFDAC, acting on credible intelligence, raided five shops at Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State, suspected of producing and supplying counterfeit packaging materials for popular alcoholic beverages and other products. The operation uncovered counterfeit labels, corks, packs and outer packaging materials bearing the names of several brands, including Jameson, Glenfiddich, Four Cousins, Lord’s Dry Gin, Imperial Blue, Goya Oil, Chelsea, Squadron and Seaman’s Aromatic Schnapps. The packaging materials seized were estimated to be worth over ₦200 million. During the operation, NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement operatives encountered threats and resistance from traders, making the evacuation of the seized materials challenging. The owners of the five shops were absent, and the premises were placed on hold to prevent interference with the items remaining inside. NAFDAC issued an invitation to the Market Union Chairman, who pledged to ensure the security of the sealed premises and assist the Agency in identifying and presenting the shop owners.

NAFDAC Uncovers Counterfeit Alcohol Operation at Lagos International Trade Fair Complex Today, operatives from NAFDAC's Investigation & Enforcement (I&E) Directorate raided the International Trade Fair Complex in Lagos, uncovering a large-scale counterfeit alcoholic beverage operation concealed within makeshift parking stores on the premises. The enforcement action was executed on the basis of credible intelligence and resulted in the discovery of more than 20 illegal stores engaged in criminal operations within the complex. Officers found suspects in the process of blending and counterfeiting popular alcoholic beverage brands, revalidating expired and unsafe beverages for resale, and stockpiling banned imported products. Two suspects were apprehended, and products seized and evacuated are valued at over ₦2 billion. The Agency urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious manufacturing, revalidation, or sales activity through NAFDAC's official complaints line: 0800-1-NAFDAC (0800-1-623322).

More footage of the evacuation of seized counterfeit alcoholic beverage packaging materials from Old Court Road Market, Aba, Abia State.

NAFDAC Uncovers Suspected Counterfeit Alcoholic Drinks Factory in Aba NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit alcoholic drinks production facility at No. 25 Omenazu Street, Aba, Abia State. Acting on credible intelligence, officials discovered the facility operating in unhygienic conditions. The suspected operator reportedly fled upon the team’s arrival, abandoning a vehicle in which counterfeit packaging materials bearing the names of Sir Edwards Scotch Whisky and Scottish Hills Whisky, empty bottles and a drum containing approximately 200 litres of liquid were found. Inside the facility, officials found counterfeit packaging materials, bottle caps, sealing machines, empty bottles, cartons, tanks containing various liquid concoctions and dirty sieves reportedly used in the production process. Plastic buckets and 200-litre drums containing ethanol and tree bark immersed in ethanol were also discovered, raising serious concerns about the safety and quality of the products being produced. The estimated value of the equipment, materials and facility components is over ₦500 million. The Agency urges members of the public to provide credible information on suspected illegal manufacturing activities to the NAFDAC Call Centre on 0800-1-623322 or 0700-1-623322, or email [email protected].