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NAFDAC is intensifying pharmaceutical and clinical trial oversight through new training mandates, product blacklisting, and watchlist alerts, while also expanding its pharmacist reserve capacity. Nigerian SMBs in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and related import/distribution sectors must tighten compliance and monitor NAFDAC notices to avoid regulatory action. Additionally, a new export guide for fish farms highlights NEPC registration requirements for agribusiness exporters.
Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
Import and Distribution
Agribusiness and Export
Clinical Research
NAFDAC and NHREC Announce New Dates for Mandatory Stakeholders Training on Clinical Trial Regulations in Nigeria
NAFDAC
NAFDAC and NHREC have rescheduled mandatory training on clinical trial regulations for stakeholders in Nigeria.
SMBs involved in clinical trials or pharmaceutical research must ensure their staff attend the mandatory training to remain compliant and avoid penalties.
Public Notice on Blacklisting Ayrtons Saunders Ltd, UK
NAFDAC
NAFDAC has blacklisted Ayrtons Saunders Ltd, UK, and its products, warning importers, distributors, and healthcare institutions to avoid them.
SMBs importing or distributing pharmaceutical products must immediately stop handling Ayrtons Saunders Ltd products and verify the status of their suppliers to avoid confiscation and legal action.
Public Alert No. 043/2026: NAFDAC Places Products Marketed by Mofus Nigeria Ltd on Watchlist
NAFDAC
NAFDAC has placed products marketed by Mofus Nigeria Ltd on a watchlist pending regulatory investigation.
Retailers, wholesalers, and PPMVs should suspend the sale of Mofus Nigeria Ltd products and cooperate with any ongoing investigation to avoid sanctions.
Inauguration Ceremony of the NAFDAC Pharmacist Reserve Group
NAFDAC
NAFDAC inaugurated 600 pharmacists into a voluntary reserve group to strengthen regulatory capacity.
SMBs in pharmaceuticals may benefit from increased regulatory support and faster processing, but should also prepare for more rigorous inspections and compliance checks.
Address by Prof. Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye at the 49th Annual International Conference of the Chemical Society of Nigeria
NAFDAC
NAFDAC's DG highlighted innovations in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry for affordable healthcare delivery.
SMBs in pharmaceutical manufacturing and research should explore collaborations and adopt innovative practices to align with NAFDAC's focus on affordability and quality.
How to Register Your Fish Farm with NEPC Nigeria: A Complete Export Guide
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A guide on registering fish farms with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) for export purposes.
SMBs in fish farming and agribusiness can leverage this guide to formalize their operations and access export opportunities, potentially increasing revenue.
Increased regulatory scrutiny on pharmaceutical imports and distribution.
Mandatory training for clinical trial stakeholders signals tighter oversight.
NAFDAC's capacity expansion may lead to more frequent inspections.
Export opportunities for fish farmers through NEPC registration.
Watchlist and blacklist alerts require immediate supply chain audits.
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Review supplier and product lists against NAFDAC blacklist and watchlist alerts.
2
Register for and attend NAFDAC/NHREC mandatory clinical trial training if applicable.
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Conduct internal audits to ensure all pharmaceutical products are NAFDAC-approved.
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For fish farmers, initiate NEPC registration to access export markets.
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Stay updated with NAFDAC public notices and alerts via their website.