NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Pharmacy, Arrests Managing Director Over Sales Of Expired Drugs


The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Saturday confirmed the closure of a pharmacy located along Onitsha Crescent, Area 11 Garki, Abuja, for selling expired and unregistered drugs.

It was gathered that the pharmacy’s Managing Director and Superintendent Pharmacist were arrested for questioning as part of the investigation.

Announcing the shutdown of the pharmacy in a statement shared on its official X handle, the agency said the action followed a tip-off from a concerned citizen, prompting an enforcement operation by NAFDAC officials.

During the raid, the team discovered expired products valued at over seven million naira, including “H-Pylori” test kits, which pose serious risks to public health.

The statement reads, “NAFDAC has sealed off a pharmacy located at Onitsha Crescent, Area 11 – Garki, Abuja, for selling expired and unregistered drugs.

“Acting on a tip-off from a concerned citizen, NAFDAC’s enforcement team uncovered several expired items worth over seven million naira, including expired “H-Pylori” test kits, which posed significant risks to public health.

“Despite attempts by the pharmacy staff to obstruct the operation, the enforcement team successfully confiscated the expired products and secured the premises.

“The pharmacy’s Managing Director and Superintendent Pharmacist were arrested for further questioning, while stringent sanctions will be imposed as a deterrent to unethical practices.

“NAFDAC urges the public to remain vigilant when purchasing regulated products and report suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.”

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