MIRIAM NNOLI 
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday said it has dismantled fake alcohol packaging centres and seized items worth ₦2 billion at Article Market, Abule-Osun, Lagos State.
Speaking via its official X handle, the agency said over 50,000 fake branded labels and packaging materials used to produce unauthorized and dangerous alcoholic beverages were seized and destroyed.
According to the agency, the raid is a significant step towards protecting public health and safety.
However, NAFDAC urged consumers to remain vigilant by purchasing alcoholic beverages only from trusted vendors and reporting any suspicious activities.
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“NAFDAC has dismantled illegal alcohol packaging operations at Article Market in Abule-Osun, Lagos State.
“During the raid, over 50,000 counterfeit branded labels and packaging materials for fake alcoholic beverages, valued at approximately ₦2 billion, were confiscated.
“NAFDAC revealed that the items were used in the illegal production of alcoholic drinks that pose severe health risks.
“These items were being used to produce unapproved and hazardous alcoholic products. NAFDAC warns about the severe health risks of counterfeit alcohol, including poisoning and organ damage.” the statement reads
