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NAFDAC has issued multiple alerts and public notices regarding substandard, counterfeit, and potentially harmful products, including blacklisting a UK supplier, placing a local company's products on watchlist, seizing falsified antimalarials, and warning about counterfeit toothpaste and drug interactions. These actions signal heightened regulatory scrutiny on product quality and safety, requiring Nigerian businesses in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and consumer goods sectors to strengthen their supply chain due diligence and compliance measures.
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Public Notice on Blacklisting Ayrtons Saunders Ltd, Uk
NAFDAC
NAFDAC blacklists Ayrtons Saunders Ltd, UK, due to regulatory non-compliance, affecting their products' importation and distribution in Nigeria.
Nigerian importers and distributors must avoid sourcing products from this company to prevent legal issues and ensure product safety.
Public Alert No. 043/2026-NAFDAC Places Products Marketed by Mofus Nigeria Ltd on Watchlist Pending Regulatory Investigation
NAFDAC
NAFDAC places products marketed by Mofus Nigeria Ltd on a watchlist pending investigation, signaling potential quality or safety concerns.
Businesses dealing with Mofus Nigeria Ltd should verify product authenticity and monitor NAFDAC updates to avoid distributing potentially non-compliant products.
Public Alert No. 042/2026-Alert on the Seizure of Suspected Substandard and Falsified BPPL Artemether/Lumefantrine 80mg/480mg
NAFDAC
NAFDAC seized suspected substandard and falsified antimalarial medicine (BPPL Artemether/Lumefantrine), warning healthcare providers and the public.
Pharmacies and healthcare providers must check their stock for this specific product and report any suspicious batches to NAFDAC.
Public Alert No. 041/2026 – Alert on Suspected Counterfeit ORACIRE+ Toothpaste
NAFDAC
NAFDAC alerts the public to suspected counterfeit ORACIRE+ toothpaste being distributed as ORACARE+, urging vigilance.
Retailers and consumers should verify product authenticity and report any counterfeit products to NAFDAC to prevent health risks.
Public Alert No: 039/2026 – Alert on the Risk of Drug Poisoning Associated with Concurrent Use of Gabapentinoids and Other Medicines
NAFDAC
NAFDAC warns about increased risk of drug poisoning when gabapentinoids are used with certain other medicines, advising caution.
Healthcare professionals and patients should be aware of potential drug interactions and consult prescribers before combining medications.
How to Register Your Fish Farm with NEPC Nigeria: A Complete Export Guide - within nigeria
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A guide explains the process for registering fish farms with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) to facilitate export.
Fish farmers and exporters can benefit from understanding registration requirements to access export markets and incentives.
Heightened enforcement against substandard and counterfeit products in pharmaceuticals and consumer goods.
Increased scrutiny on supply chain integrity for importers and distributors.
Potential market disruption for companies associated with blacklisted or watchlisted entities.
Opportunity for compliant businesses to gain consumer trust by demonstrating regulatory adherence.
Need for enhanced due diligence when sourcing products internationally.
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Review and update supplier lists to exclude blacklisted entities like Ayrtons Saunders Ltd.
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Verify the authenticity of products from Mofus Nigeria Ltd and monitor NAFDAC alerts.
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Check inventory for the specific substandard antimalarial product and quarantine if found.
4
Educate staff and customers about counterfeit toothpaste and how to identify genuine products.
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Ensure healthcare professionals are informed about gabapentinoid drug interactions.
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For fish farmers, initiate NEPC registration process to comply with export requirements.