NAFDAC found that fake drugs were found in Anambra, destroying fakes over Rs 1.
The agency found containers of about 100 counterfeit drugs on Onitsha Head Bridge and ABA.
As part of a massive crackdown on counterfeit drugs, the National Food and Drug Administration (NAFDAC) destroyed more than 1 trillion fake, expired and unhealthy drugs in Anambra state worth more than $1 trillion.
The sabotage took place on Friday, March 21 at the dumping ground at the Anambra State Waste Administration in AWKA.
According to NAFDAC officials, counterfeit drugs seized from the market include: anal, tramadol, fake antibiotics, fake antimalarial drugs, and various over-the-counter drugs, many of which are marked by the World Health Organization (WHO). The agency said the drugs were burned because they could pose serious health risks to unsuspecting consumers.
In partnership with law enforcement agencies, Anambra’s crackdown was so great due to months of surveillance and intelligence gathering. The agency found that the main operating dump sites for these fake drugs include the ABA’s Onitsha Head Bridge (Ogbu-Ogu) and Ekumi/tenant Road.
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NAFDAC Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, represented by Dr. Martins Iluyomade, the Southeast Regional Director, said fake drugs destroyed in Anambra could harm a country.
“The number of fake drugs found was surprisingly high, with over 100 containers of counterfeit drugs worthy enough to destabilize a country. It’s not just a public health crisis; it’s a security threat. Studies show a direct link between such narcotics and increased criminal activity. ”
Professor Adeyeye stressed the institution’s determination to eliminate unqualified and counterfeit drugs in the Nigerian market.
She further highlighted the serious health risks posed by these drugs, including treatment failure and possible death.
Adeyeye noted that some seizure drugs specially designed for pregnant women are misstored, which has led to high maternal mortality rates in Nigeria. She reiterated NAFDAC’s commitment to clear the Nigerian market from fake products.
The Managing Director of the State Waste Management Bureau expressed appreciation on behalf of the Governor of Anambra State, Nafdak (NAFDAC). Mr. Ozoemena also thanked the Governor for granting the maximum support to the agency and for taking action effectively and effectively.
“The governor personally visited the market during law enforcement practices. He was not here to play politics, but to support the agency’s mission. “We have seen fake drugs do harm to our young people and our communities.” Thanks to NAFDAC, Anambra has regained peace and security. ”
