NAFDAC Raids Warehouses, Seizes Fake Bags Of Rice Worth Billions Of Naira In Abuja, Nasarawa

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Contro has seized over 1600 bags of counterfeit rice worth N5b in Karu, Nasarawa state.

Following the raid on Friday, NAFDAC warned fake products producers to desist from such practices.

In a statement shared via its X page, the agency disclosed that a related development was discovered in Wuse and Garki markets in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

The agency said: “In a major operation, NAFDAC has shut down eight rice shops and a warehouse in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

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“The facilities were implicated in producing and distributing counterfeit rice, leading to the seizure of over 1,600 bags worth approximately ₦5 billion.

“The raid extended to Wuse and Garki markets in Abuja, following a directive from the @DGatNAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, to safeguard public health during the festive season.

“The operation uncovered counterfeit rice repackaged in branded bags such as Big Bull, Royal Stallion, and Tomato Aposo, which aimed at deceiving unsuspecting consumers.

“Empty rice bags bearing popular brand names were also discovered at the Karu facility.”

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