The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) recently conducted search operations in some supermarkets and retail outlets in Abuja. The move followed information from its Investigation and Enforcement Directorate, and resulted in the seizure of scores of unregistered and counterfeit cosmetics.
Details of the operation were shared by the agency on its social media platforms, along with videos showing the seizures made. The total illegal cosmetic products confiscated had a total street value of N37 million. The move is part of a drive to curb the sale of counterfeit and illegally imported beauty products in the nation’s capital.
NAFDAC has vowed to investigate the origin of these illicit products and take strict regulatory action against those involved. All seized items will be destroyed in line with the agency’s laws, thereby ensuring public safety.
This action by NAFDAC demonstrates its commitment to consumer protection and combating the trade in counterfeit products. By focusing on the safety and legality of cosmetic products available in the market, the agency is building citizens’ confidence in the products they use on a daily basis.
It is essential to raise awareness among the public about the risks associated with the use of counterfeit products, which can pose health and skin hazards. By actively working to eliminate these illegal products, NAFDAC is helping to promote a safer and more transparent cosmetic industry for all consumers.
In conclusion, these recent operations by NAFDAC in Abuja underscore the importance of regulating and monitoring cosmetic products in the market. Combating counterfeit and illegal products is essential to protecting the health and well-being of consumers, and NAFDAC continues to play a crucial role in this mission.