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NAFDAC has intensified enforcement against counterfeit and unregistered pharmaceuticals, including blacklisting a manufacturer and issuing alerts on fake drugs. Meanwhile, SON is digitizing trade facilitation, and NEPC provides export guidance for fish farms. Nigerian SMBs in pharma, food, and export must tighten supply chain checks and leverage e-platforms for compliance.
Pharmaceuticals
Food & Agriculture
Export & Trade
Blacklisting of Onifam Laboratories Ltd
NAFDAC
NAFDAC blacklisted Onifam Laboratories Ltd for regulatory misrepresentation and improper use of approvals.
SMBs in pharma must verify partners and avoid dealings with blacklisted entities to prevent supply chain disruptions.
Public Alert No. 037/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Pulmicort® (Budesonide) Inhalation Suspension
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns of counterfeit Pulmicort inhalation suspension in the Nigerian market.
Pharmacies and distributors must inspect stock and report suspected counterfeits to avoid legal liability.
Public Alert No. 036/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Products Mimicking Forxiga® (Dapagliflozin)
NAFDAC
NAFDAC alerts on counterfeit Forxiga (dapagliflozin) products infringing AstraZeneca's authorization.
SMBs handling diabetes medications should enhance authentication procedures and source only from authorized distributors.
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.
SMBs must ensure all health products are NAFDAC-registered before sale to avoid penalties.
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 and test for contaminants to maintain export/import compliance.
SON rides on e-platform to facilitate international trade
SON
SON adopts e-platform to streamline international trade processes.
SMBs exporting goods should register on SON's e-platform to expedite certifications and reduce delays.
How to Register Your Fish Farm with NEPC Nigeria: A Complete Export Guide
NEPC
NEPC provides guide for fish farm registration to facilitate exports.
Fish farmers and exporters should follow NEPC guidelines to access export incentives and markets.
Pharmaceutical SMBs must strengthen due diligence on suppliers and avoid blacklisted entities.
Counterfeit drug alerts indicate need for enhanced product authentication and reporting mechanisms.
Food importers should monitor international contamination alerts and adjust sourcing accordingly.
SON's e-platform adoption signals a shift to digital compliance; SMBs should prepare for online submissions.
NEPC's export guide offers clear pathway for fish farmers to enter international markets.
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Verify all pharmaceutical suppliers against NAFDAC's blacklist and ensure products are registered.
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Implement batch tracking and authentication for high-risk drugs like inhalers and diabetes medications.
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Conduct regular stock audits for unregistered products and report suspicious items to NAFDAC.
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For food importers, test rice and other imports for contaminants and maintain traceability records.
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Register with SON's e-platform for trade facilitation and stay updated on digital compliance requirements.
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Fish farmers should follow NEPC's registration guide to obtain export certification and access incentives.