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NAFDAC has intensified enforcement against pharmaceutical misconduct, issuing blacklists and alerts on counterfeit drugs and unregistered products. Nigerian SMBs in pharma and food sectors must tighten supply chain due diligence and registration compliance to avoid penalties and protect public health.
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Blacklisting of Onifam Laboratories Ltd
NAFDAC
NAFDAC blacklisted Onifam Laboratories Ltd and associated persons/entities for regulatory misrepresentation and improper use of approvals.
Pharma SMBs must ensure transparent dealings with NAFDAC; any misrepresentation can lead to blacklisting and loss of business.
Public Alert No. 037/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Pulmicort® (Budesonide) Inhalation Suspension
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns of suspected counterfeit Pulmicort® inhalation suspension infringing AstraZeneca's marketing authorization.
Pharma distributors and retailers must verify product authenticity and report suspicious batches to avoid liability.
Public Alert No. 036/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Products Mimicking Forxiga® (Dapagliflozin)
NAFDAC
NAFDAC alerts on counterfeit Forxiga® products in the market, infringing AstraZeneca's authorization.
SMBs handling diabetes medications must source only from authorized suppliers and check for NAFDAC registration numbers.
Public Alert No. 035/2026 – Alert on the Marketing and Sale of Unregistered Menofix Composition
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns against unregistered Menofix Capsules marketed without approval; possible health risks.
SMBs must not sell unregistered health products; ensure all products have valid NAFDAC registration.
Public Alert No. 034/2026 – Niger Republic Imposes Import Ban on Bulmex Parboiled Rice from India due to Metallic Contamination
NAFDAC
Niger Republic banned Bulmex Parboiled Rice from India due to metallic contamination; NAFDAC informs Nigerian stakeholders.
Food importers and distributors should review rice sources for contamination risks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
How to Register Your Fish Farm with NEPC Nigeria: A Complete Export Guide
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Guide on registering fish farms with NEPC for export, covering requirements and procedures.
Fish farm SMBs can access export opportunities by registering with NEPC, enhancing market reach and compliance.
Pharma SMBs must strengthen anti-counterfeit measures and supplier verification.
Food importers should monitor international contamination alerts and adjust sourcing.
Fish farmers can leverage NEPC registration for export growth.
Regulatory enforcement is increasing; non-compliance risks blacklisting and legal action.
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Verify all pharmaceutical products have valid NAFDAC registration before sale.
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Implement batch tracking and reporting for counterfeit detection.
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Review rice import sources for contamination history and test for metals.
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Register fish farms with NEPC to access export markets.
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Conduct internal audits to ensure regulatory transparency and avoid misrepresentation.