By: Chioma Madonna Ndukwu
In its ongoing enforcement operation at the Idumota open drug market in Lagos, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) made alarming discoveries.
The agency “uncovered unregistered narcotics, counterfeit GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) medicines, and vaccines improperly stored, with some shockingly found in toilets,” according to a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter).
During the operation, NAFDAC also seized “expired USAID-donated condoms, which had been repackaged and sold under the name ‘Kiss Condom.'” The statement further noted the seizure of banned drugs such as Analgin and improperly stored Oxytocin, used for maternal health.
NAFDAC emphasized the critical health risks posed by these counterfeit and substandard products, asserting, “We will continue our crackdown on illegal drug networks and ensure compliance with safety regulations.” The enforcement operation remains ongoing as officials work to dismantle these illicit operations.
