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NAFDAC cracks down on illegal sachet water production in FCT
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Tuesday cracked down on illegal sachet water production in Dutse Alhaji and Dawaki, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The enforcement exercise led to the confiscation and closure of multiple facilities producing sachet water in unsafe environments, using substandard equipment, and failing to meet regulatory standards.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the operation uncovered several facilities where multiple individuals were fraudulently claiming ownership of the same sachet water brand.
Mr Kenneth Azikiwe, Director of NAFDAC’s FCT Directorate, told journalists that over 40 illegal water factories had been shut down across the FCT as part of enforcement efforts.
He said the operation had entered a critical phase, forming part of a broader campaign to ensure all food and beverage manufacturers comply with stringent quality and safety standards.
The director explained that the operation followed a direct order from NAFDAC’s director-general, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, who stressed adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
“This directive comes amid rising concerns over producers using substandard materials, stamping products with unauthorised identification numbers, and operating in unsafe conditions,” he stated.
He revealed that more than 14 bakeries had also been shut down in key FCT areas, including Mararaba, Nyanya, Zuba, and Gwagwalada, due to non-compliance with safety regulations.
The agency collaborated with the Nigerian police and other security forces to carry out the enforcement exercise, ensuring strict action against violators of health and safety standards.
“This operation required strong synergy and collective commitment to tracking down individuals involved in the illegal manufacturing and distribution of substandard products,” he said.
He emphasised that the crackdown reinforced NAFDAC’s commitment to consumer safety while serving as a stern warning to manufacturers who bypass regulatory requirements.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/nafdac-cracks-down-on-illegal-sachet-water-production-in-fct/
The enforcement exercise led to the confiscation and closure of multiple facilities producing sachet water in unsafe environments, using substandard equipment, and failing to meet regulatory standards.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the operation uncovered several facilities where multiple individuals were fraudulently claiming ownership of the same sachet water brand.
Mr Kenneth Azikiwe, Director of NAFDAC’s FCT Directorate, told journalists that over 40 illegal water factories had been shut down across the FCT as part of enforcement efforts.
He said the operation had entered a critical phase, forming part of a broader campaign to ensure all food and beverage manufacturers comply with stringent quality and safety standards.
The director explained that the operation followed a direct order from NAFDAC’s director-general, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, who stressed adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
“This directive comes amid rising concerns over producers using substandard materials, stamping products with unauthorised identification numbers, and operating in unsafe conditions,” he stated.
He revealed that more than 14 bakeries had also been shut down in key FCT areas, including Mararaba, Nyanya, Zuba, and Gwagwalada, due to non-compliance with safety regulations.
The agency collaborated with the Nigerian police and other security forces to carry out the enforcement exercise, ensuring strict action against violators of health and safety standards.
“This operation required strong synergy and collective commitment to tracking down individuals involved in the illegal manufacturing and distribution of substandard products,” he said.
He emphasised that the crackdown reinforced NAFDAC’s commitment to consumer safety while serving as a stern warning to manufacturers who bypass regulatory requirements.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/03/nafdac-cracks-down-on-illegal-sachet-water-production-in-fct/
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