NAFDAC Seizes ₦3 Billion Worth of Banned and Fake Cosmetics in Lagos Warehouse
By Erewunmi Peace
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a hidden warehouse in Lagos State containing banned and counterfeit cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion.
According to NAFDAC, the warehouse, located at the APT Trade Fair Complex, was concealed in an unfinished building, making it difficult to detect. The operation resulted in the seizure of a large cache of illegal products, including:
- 728 cartons of Crusader soap
- 718 cartons of E45 soap
- Extract Gold whitening soaps
- Assorted perfumes, body oils, and cooking oils
These products are either banned or unregistered, posing significant health risks to consumers.
NAFDAC has confirmed that all items have been removed from the market to prevent circulation.
The warehouse manager has been invited for questioning as investigations continue.
The agency warned the public to exercise caution and report any suspicious or unverified cosmetic products. NAFDAC emphasized that using unapproved cosmetics can lead to skin damage, allergic reactions, and other serious health complications.
This latest operation highlights the ongoing challenge of combating counterfeit and unsafe cosmetics in Nigeria and reinforces NAFDAC’s commitment to protecting public health.
