Get Guardian on GoogleTHE National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has addressed the reports circulating in the media, particularly a story alleging that protesters have “shut down” NAFDAC’s Lagos office.
The demonstration was reportedly linked to the agency’s recent strict enforcement of regulations banning the sale and consumption of alcohol in sachets and glass bottles of 200ml or less. Despite objections from parts of the manufacturing sector and labour unions, NAFDAC has maintained its position.
The management, in a press statement, categorically stated that this report is “false and misleading.” It noted that the protest, which occurred outside the NAFDAC premises, did not disrupt operations in any way.
It said: “Our offices remain fully open, and all staff are carrying out their duties without interruption. Normal activities are ongoing, and there has been no shutdown of any kind.” It however, said NAFDAC remains fully committed to its mandate of safeguarding public health and will continue to enforce all regulatory measures, including the ban on sachet alcohol.
