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In accordance with the enabling laws, NAFDAC is authorised to:

• Regulate and control the importation, exportation, manufacture, advertisement, distribution, sale and use of regulated products.

• Conduct appropriate tests and ensure compliance with standard specifications.

• Undertake appropriate investigation of the production premises and raw materials of regulated products.

• Compile standard specifications, regulations, and guidelines for the production, importation, exportation, sale and distribution of regulated products.

• Control the exportation and issue quality certification of regulated products intended for export.

• Establish and maintain relevant laboratories for the performance of its functions.

• Ensure that the use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances are limited to medical and scientific use only.

• Undertake the registration of food, drugs, medical devices, bottled water and chemicals.

• Undertake inspection of imported regulated products.

• Pronounce on the quality and safety of regulated products after appropriate analysis. We are committed to ensure that we take a holistic approach in the discharge of our regulatory functions.

05/11/2026

NAFDAC Investigation and Enforcement officers conducted an operation at Oke-Arin Market, Lagos State, where they discovered banned sachet and PET-bottled alcoholic beverages below 200ml concealed in some shops.

The team also uncovered unregistered and suspected fake food products and alcoholic drinks. The identified products were evacuated from the market.

04/11/2026

NAFDAC DG Advocates Regulatory Compliance for Business Competitiveness, Receives NACCIMA Award

The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has called on Nigerian businesses to embrace regulatory compliance as a strategic investment in public health, consumer confidence and global competitiveness.

Prof. Adeyeye made the call on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, while delivering the keynote address at the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) Breakfast Roundtable at Providence Hotel, Lagos.

Speaking on the theme, “Strengthening Regulatory Compliance for Competitive Nigerian Businesses: Enhancing Food and Drug Safety for Local and International Markets,” she emphasised that compliance goes beyond fulfilling legal obligations to ensuring the safety, quality and efficacy of regulated products while enabling businesses to thrive in local and international markets.

She highlighted NAFDAC’s regulatory processes, including product registration, licensing, inspections, laboratory testing and post-market surveillance, stressing the importance of Good Manufacturing Practices, robust quality management systems, traceability, technology and continuous staff training. She also urged stronger collaboration among regulators, industry, academia and consumers to strengthen compliance and improve the acceptance of Nigerian products in global markets.

In recognition of her outstanding performance, dedication and contributions to public health protection and industry development, Prof. Adeyeye received an Award of Excellent Performance from NACCIMA at the event.

04/11/2026

NAFDAC is expanding its digital presence with the launch of our official TikTok page.

Follow us for practical food and medicine safety tips, product safety alerts, consumer protection information, regulatory updates and more.

🎥 Follow our official TikTok page: tiktok.com/

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01/11/2026

NAFDAC DG Highlights Regulatory Reforms and Lessons in Building a Strong Medicines Regulatory System in Africa

The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has highlighted Nigeria’s regulatory reforms and institutional transformation as a case study in building a credible medicines regulatory system in Africa.

Speaking at the Takemi Program in International Health’s Global Health Perspectives series at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Prof. Adeyeye discussed NAFDAC’s progress since 2017, including its advancement from below World Health Organization (WHO) Maturity Level 1 to Maturity Level 3, with Level 4 and WHO-Listed Authority status identified as future goals.

She outlined five pillars underpinning the Agency’s reforms:
• Governance and institutional systems
• Scientific and quality capabilities
• The safety and quality of medical products
• Supply chain oversight and digitisation; and
• Partnerships with industry and development partners.

Key achievements include ISO 9001 certification, WHO prequalification of NAFDAC’s laboratory, expanded laboratory capacity, strengthened enforcement and the digitisation of approximately 90 per cent of regulatory processes.

Prof. Adeyeye also emphasised the importance of financial accountability, evidence-based regulation, effective enforcement, strong leadership and international collaboration in combating substandard and falsified medical products. She highlighted the need to strengthen local pharmaceutical manufacturing without compromising quality and safety standards.

The lecture underscored the importance of sustained institutional reforms, scientific investment and regulatory cooperation in protecting public health and advancing access to safe, effective and quality medical products across Africa.

31/10/2026

What does NAFDAC do to tackle the illegal manufacture, distribution and sale of unsafe, substandard and falsified products?

In this episode of , Jemila Jemine Ashiru takes us through some of the Agency’s enforcement operations between March and September 2026, highlighting seized products, quantities and actions taken against those involved in illegal activities.

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30/10/2026

🇳🇬 Nigeria has deposited its instrument of ratification of the African Medicines Agency (AMA) Treaty, becoming the 34th African Union Member State to do so. This milestone strengthens the continent’s collective efforts to harmonise medicines regulation and improve access to safe, effective and quality-assured medical products.

The development reinforces Nigeria’s commitment to advancing public health, combating substandard and falsified medical products, and promoting pharmaceutical development and local manufacturing across Africa.

Read the full press release ⬇️ for details

24/10/2026

Know Where to Report, Complain or Make an Enquiry

▶️ In this episode of , Adaeze Elemuwa guides you through the appropriate channels for reporting suspected substandard or falsified products, reporting adverse reactions, verifying product registration, submitting complaints and making enquiries to NAFDAC.

Knowing where to report helps the Agency investigate concerns, address safety risks and protect public health.

Watch, learn and speak up. Your report matters!

🔗 Visit http://nafdac.gov.ng for official information and services.

23/10/2026

NAFDAC has uncovered a residential building at 322B Meiran Road, Agbado Oke Odo, Lagos, where empty bottles of assorted alcoholic beverages were stored for suspected use in counterfeiting popular brands.

Over 100 sacks of empty bottles were discovered and destroyed to prevent their reuse in the production of counterfeit alcoholic drinks.

22/10/2026

Agrochemicals play an important role in agriculture, but their misuse can pose risks to human health and food safety.

How can we ensure their safe use, protect consumers and help Nigerian agricultural products meet international standards?

Watch the NAFDAC documentary exploring pesticide safety, agro-input dealer training, safer alternatives and efforts to address agricultural export rejections.

🎬 Watch here: youtu.be/UT2sAwYJrGY

21/10/2026

🥄 Why Is Vitamin A Added to Cooking Oil?

Have you ever wondered why your cooking oil says “Vitamin A fortified”?

In this episode of , Abubakar Tanimu Umar explains food fortification, why Vitamin A is added to vegetable oil, and how to identify fortified products using the eye logo with the letter “A” at the centre.

Next time you shop, look for the logo! Choose properly labelled, fortified products and make informed choices for yourself and your family.

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Address

Plot 2032, Olusegun Obasanjo Way
Abuja
900287

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+2349097630506

Website

http://www.nafdac.gov.ng/

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