NAFDAC Seizes N41m Fake Wines in Nasarawa

To safeguard public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raided wine shops in Mararaba Market, New Nyanya, and Masaka areas of Nasarawa State, resulting in the seizure of counterfeit and adulterated wines and spirits valued at over ₦41.2 million.

This was announced in a statement shared by NAFDAC on X.com on Monday.The post reads, “NAFDAC has conducted a major raid on wine shops in Mararaba Market, as well as the New Nyanya and Masaka areas of Nasarawa State.“The operation targeted counterfeit and adulterated wines and spirits, leading to the seizure of products valued at over ₦41.2 million.

“NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement team is actively investigating the importers or manufacturers behind these counterfeit drinks.

“NAFDAC urges consumers to remain vigilant and report suspicious products to the nearest NAFDAC office for immediate action.”

Source: Punch