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NAFDAC is intensifying enforcement against banned sachet alcohol, counterfeit drugs, and unregistered products, while SON promotes e-platforms for trade. Nigerian SMBs in food, beverage, pharma, and export must ensure product registration, avoid banned packaging, and verify supply chain integrity to avoid blacklisting or seizures.
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NAFDAC Continued Enforcement of the Ban on Sub-200ml Sachet & PET Bottle Alcoholic Products: Update on Nationwide Mop-Up Operation
NAFDAC
NAFDAC is intensifying nationwide mop-up operations to enforce the ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and PET bottles under 200ml.
SMBs producing or distributing such alcoholic products face seizure of goods, fines, or license revocation. Must transition to compliant packaging or cease production.
Blacklisting of Onifam Laboratories Ltd
NAFDAC
NAFDAC blacklisted Onifam Laboratories Ltd and associated persons for regulatory misrepresentation and improper use of approvals.
SMBs in pharma must ensure all regulatory submissions are accurate and avoid association with blacklisted entities to prevent business disruption.
Public Alert No. 037/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Pulmicort® (Budesonide) Inhalation Suspension
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns of counterfeit Pulmicort® inhalation suspension in the market, infringing on AstraZeneca's authorization.
Pharma SMBs must verify product authenticity from suppliers and report suspicious products to avoid liability and protect patients.
Public Alert No. 036/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit Products Mimicking Forxiga® (Dapagliflozin)
NAFDAC
NAFDAC alerts on counterfeit Forxiga® products, urging vigilance in the supply chain.
SMBs handling diabetes medications should audit inventory and source only from authorized distributors to avoid counterfeit risks.
Public Alert No. 035/2026 – Alert on the Marketing and Sale of Unregistered Menofix Composition
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns against unregistered Menofix Capsules, citing potential health risks.
SMBs marketing health supplements must ensure NAFDAC registration before sale; non-compliance can lead to product seizure and legal action.
SON rides on e-platform to facilitate international trade
SON
SON is leveraging an e-platform to streamline international trade processes, though the update is dated.
SMBs exporting goods should utilize SON's digital platforms for faster certification and reduced trade barriers.
How to Register Your Fish Farm with NEPC Nigeria: A Complete Export Guide
NEPC
A guide on registering fish farms with NEPC for export, highlighting procedures and benefits.
SMBs in aquaculture can access export opportunities by registering with NEPC, ensuring compliance with international standards.
Immediate compliance with NAFDAC's ban on sub-200ml alcohol packaging is critical to avoid enforcement actions.
Pharmaceutical SMBs must strengthen supply chain due diligence to prevent counterfeit infiltration.
Unregistered products face heightened scrutiny; prioritize NAFDAC registration for all regulated items.
Leverage SON's e-platform to expedite export certifications and reduce trade delays.
Fish farm SMBs should register with NEPC to unlock export markets and access support.
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Review and adjust alcohol product packaging to comply with NAFDAC's ban on sub-200ml sachets and PET bottles.
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Verify all pharmaceutical suppliers and products against NAFDAC alerts; remove any counterfeit or unregistered items.
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Ensure all health supplements and drugs have valid NAFDAC registration numbers before marketing.
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Register with SON's e-platform for streamlined export certification processes.
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For fish farms, complete NEPC registration to enable legal export and access to incentives.