In a sweeping crackdown on counterfeit pharmaceuticals, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed fake, substandard, and expired products valued at over ₦1 trillion. The destruction took place on Friday, March 21, at the Anambra State Waste Management Authority Dump Site in Agu Awka, Anambra State.
The agency’s Director General, Mojisola Adeyeye, represented by NAFDAC’s South-East Zonal Director, Dr. Martins Iluyomade, led the operation. Among the destroyed items were dangerous drugs like Analgin and high-dose Tramadol 225mg — substances that have long fueled health crises and contributed to security concerns.
According to Adeyeye, the illicit products were confiscated from major drug markets, including Onitsha Bridge Head (Ogbu-Ogu) and Ekumi/Tenant Road in Aba, following an intense one-month enforcement operation between February 10 and March 5, 2025.
"The volume of fake drugs uncovered is staggering — over 100 containers worth of counterfeit medicines, enough to destabilize a country," Adeyeye revealed. "This isn’t just a public health crisis; it’s a security threat. Research shows a direct link between narcotics like these and the rise in criminal activities."
Adeyeye reaffirmed NAFDAC’s commitment to purging Nigeria’s markets of substandard drugs, emphasizing that the agency has strengthened its enforcement strategies to ensure only safe, certified medicines remain available.
"We’ve heard the cries of Nigerians and we’re taking action. The era of fake drugs flooding our markets is ending," she declared. "We assure citizens that what’s now available is authentic and effective. But we also need the public’s help — when you see something, say something."
The crackdown drew praise from Anambra State authorities. Mike Ozoemanam, Managing Director of the State Waste Management Authority, represented Governor Chukwuma Soludo at the event. He commended NAFDAC for tackling the scourge of fake drugs head-on.
“The governor personally visited the market during the enforcement exercise. He didn’t come to play politics but to support the agency’s mission,” Ozoemanam said. “We’ve seen the damage fake drugs inflict on our youths and communities. Thanks to NAFDAC, Anambra is regaining its peace and safety.”
NAFDAC also acknowledged the vital role of the media in amplifying the fight against counterfeit drugs, urging continued public vigilance.
With this bold operation, the agency signals a renewed, relentless push to safeguard Nigerians’ health — and the nation’s future.
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