The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control, NAFDAC, had intercepted fake alcoholic drinks valued at over N180 million in Lagos.
The agency, while disclosing this in a statement via its X handle on Tuesday, said the products were confiscated following a raid on a makeshift factory in Oke Arin Market, Lagos Island.
It stated that the operation followed a complaint about the illegal production of alcoholic beverages.
The statement added that three men were arrested in the process, with several fake drinks seized also.
“The products, valued at over N180 million, included fake versions of popular brands. The main suspect, Mr. Tochukwu Henry, confessed to refilling bottles labelled as Rémy Martin with St Rémy contents and employing two others to assist in the illicit operation,” the agency said.
“NAFDAC has raided a makeshift factory in Oke Arin market, Lagos Island, following a complaint about the illegal production of alcoholic beverages.
“Three men were apprehended and various counterfeit alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, and packaging materials were seized,” it said.
According to the agency, all suspects are currently in custody for further investigation.
NAFDAC urged the public to remain vigilant, particularly during the festive season, and to report suspicious activities and products to the nearest NAFDAC office.
NAFDAC confiscates N180m worth of fake alcoholic drinks in Lagos
