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Lagos police bust warehouse repackaging fake Viagra, Omeprazole and other drugs for sale across Nigeria

Lagos police have raided a warehouse used for more than two years to repackage fake medicines including Viagra, Omeprazole and antibiotics for distribution across Nigeria and West Africa.
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Nigeria has fewer than 300 psychiatrists for over 200 million people, expert warns

Nigeria has fewer than 300 psychiatrists serving a population of over 200 million people, a professor of psychiatry has warned, calling for urgent action on mental healthcare funding.
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New HIV Prevention Injection to Arrive in Nigeria This March

KEY POINTS Nigeria will receive its first consignments of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention...
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NAFDAC Busts Hidden Lagos Warehouse Stocked With N3bn Worth of Fake and Banned Products

KEY POINTS NAFDAC uncovered a hidden Lagos warehouse containing fake and banned goods worth...
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NAFDAC Gains Full Membership in Global Drug Body

NAFDAC has secured full ICH membership, placing Nigeria among top global regulators and strengthening access to high-quality, safe and effective medicines.
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Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.
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FG Vows Crackdown on Forced Fruit Ripening, Adulterated Oil

FG vows to punish traders using toxic chemicals for forced fruit ripening and adulterated oil as agencies intensify food safety crackdown.
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NAFDAC Warns: Limit Refrigeration of Cooked Foods to Three Days

NAFDAC emphasizes the risks of storing cooked food in refrigerators beyond three days, highlighting the potential for serious health issues.
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Nigeria’s Fake Drug Crisis: How to Protect Yourself

Nigeria is facing a serious problem of fake and substandard drugs, which pose a...
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New NAFDAC Boss, NCDC Chief Appointed by Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has announced major changes in the leadership of key agencies under...
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Labor Unions Demand NAFDAC Chief’s Suspension Over Alcohol Ban

NLC and TUC lead protests against NAFDAC's alcohol ban, demanding the suspension of its Director General, citing economic damage and favoritism toward multinational corporations.
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Customs and NAFDAC Join Forces, Eradicate Unfit Goods in Landmark Operation

In a major crackdown, the Nigeria Custom Service and NAFDAC collectively demolish illegal contraband worth millions, safeguarding public health and enforcing law in Sokoto.
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NAFDAC Promotes Online Product Registration in Ibadan

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has rolled out...

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Lagos police bust warehouse repackaging fake Viagra, Omeprazole and other drugs for sale across Nigeria

Lagos police have raided a warehouse used for more than two years to repackage fake medicines including Viagra, Omeprazole and antibiotics for distribution across Nigeria and West Africa.
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Nigeria has fewer than 300 psychiatrists for over 200 million people, expert warns

Nigeria has fewer than 300 psychiatrists serving a population of over 200 million people, a professor of psychiatry has warned, calling for urgent action on mental healthcare funding.
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President Tinubu Orders EFCC to Vacate Osun Account Freeze Ahead Of Governorship Election

KEY POINTS President Bola Tinubu has ordered the EFCC to return to court and...
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Hundreds Flee Sokoto Community as Bandit Attacks Force Families From Their Homes

KEY POINTS Hundreds of residents, including women, children and elderly people, have fled Unguwar...