NAFDAC Raids Suspected Counterfeit Alcohol Factory in Aba

NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit alcoholic drinks production facility in Aba, Abia State. The agency said its officials acted on credible intelligence and found the premises operating in unhygienic conditions. The suspected operator reportedly fled when officials arrived, leaving behind a vehicle containing counterfeit labels for whisky brands, empty bottles and a drum with about 200 litres of liquid. Officials also recovered bottle caps, sealing machines, cartons, tanks of liquid mixtures, ethanol and materials allegedly used to produce the drinks. NAFDAC estimated the value of the recovered equipment and materials at more than ₦500 million and urged the public to report suspected illegal manufacturers.

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