The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has shut down a pharmacy on Onitsha Crescent in Area 11, Garki, Abuja, for selling expired and unlicensed drugs.
This was revealed in a statement published on X (previously Twitter) on Saturday.
The shutdown came as a result of a tip from a concerned individual, which prompted an enforcement action by NAFDAC personnel.
During the operation, the crew discovered expired products worth more than seven million naira, including “H-Pylori” test kits that pose serious health concerns.
The pharmacy’s Managing Director and Superintendent Pharmacist were held for questioning as part of the investigation.
The statement reads, “NAFDAC has sealed off a pharmacy located at Onitsha Crescent, Area 11 – Garki, Abuja, for selling expired and unregistered drugs.
“Acting on a tip-off from a concerned citizen, NAFDAC’s enforcement team uncovered several expired items worth over seven million naira, including expired “H-Pylori” test kits, which posed significant risks to public health.
“Despite attempts by the pharmacy staff to obstruct the operation, the enforcement team successfully confiscated the expired products and secured the premises.
“The pharmacy’s Managing Director and Superintendent Pharmacist were arrested for further questioning, while stringent sanctions will be imposed as a deterrent to unethical practices.
“NAFDAC urges the public to remain vigilant when purchasing regulated products and report suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.”
