The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted a media report claiming that the Federal Government directed it to suspend enforcement of regulations on sachet alcohol and 200ml PET bottle alcoholic products.
In a statement on Wednesday, Director-General Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye described the publication as false and misleading, emphasising that NAFDAC had received no official communication ordering a halt to its regulatory activities.
“The said publication is false, misleading, and does not reflect any official communication received by the Agency from the Federal Government. At no time has the Agency received any formal directive ordering the suspension of its regulatory or enforcement activities in respect of sachet alcohol products,” Adeyeye said.
She reiterated that NAFDAC operates strictly within its statutory mandate, in line with government policies, and remains committed to safeguarding public health, ensuring regulatory compliance, and carrying out responsibilities transparently.
Adeyeye urged the public, industry stakeholders, and the media to rely only on verified information issued through official agency platforms and authorised government communication channels. She also cautioned against spreading unverified reports capable of causing public anxiety or economic uncertainty.
The regulation of sachet alcohol and small-volume alcoholic beverages has been a subject of national debate in recent years due to concerns about underage access, substance abuse, and public health risks. NAFDAC affirmed its commitment to enforcing policies that protect citizens and promote national interest.
