Mind-boggling moment as NAFDAC discovered a large volume of fake drinks and revalidated expired products at Eziukwu Market, also known as Cemetery Market, in Aba, Abia State.
“The volume of expired products being revalidated was deeply troubling,” stated Mr. Martins Iluyomade, NAFDAC’s Director for the South-East Zone.
Consumers have been urged to stay vigilant when buying products to avoid health risks. This revelation followed an operation conducted on Tuesday, during which NAFDAC uncovered numerous fake and adulterated products. These included wines, whiskey, yogurt, carbonated drinks, chips, dry gin, and other beverages.
Some of these products were found being made under unsanitary conditions within the market, while others were expired items being relabeled with new dates.
Regarding the findings, NAFDAC has pledged to continue identifying and prosecuting those involved in these illegal activities as part of its broader mission to protect public health,” Iluyomade concluded.
