The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has taken decisive action in Cross River State, shutting down over 400 illegal medicine stores in a sweeping enforcement operation aimed at ensuring the quality, safety, and effectiveness of medications in the healthcare system.
In a statement released on Friday, August 23, the Director of Enforcement for Cross River State, Pharmacist Stephen Esumobi, revealed that the crackdown also led to the apprehension of five illegal medicine dealers. Esumobi emphasized the urgency of protecting public health and maintaining the integrity of the healthcare system through stringent enforcement measures.
During the operation, approximately 500 premises were inspected, resulting in the closure of 405 facilities. "A total of four hundred and five premises have been sealed, including 31 pharmacies, 174 patent medicine shops, and 200 illegal medicine shops," Esumobi stated. He also noted that five compliance directives were issued, and five illegal medicine dealers were arrested for violating the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria’s seal.
Esumobi expressed concerns about the poor storage conditions observed in many of the sealed premises. "The storage conditions in most of these premises are very poor, and there is a high possibility that many of the products in those premises are degraded due to exposure to harsh environmental factors like high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight," he stressed.
The PCN's actions underline the council's commitment to safeguarding public health by ensuring that only authorized and properly regulated establishments are permitted to dispense medicines within the state.
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