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NAFDAC warns of 4.7 million AMR deaths in Nigeria

NAFDAC raises alarm over antimicrobial resistance causing 4.7 million deaths globally. Agency urges stronger surveillance and responsible drug use to protect Nigeria's health future.

Katsina Hisbah destroys 120 cartons of alcohol

Katsina State Hisbah Board has destroyed over 120 cartons of seized alcoholic drinks in Funtua as part of ongoing enforcement against substances prohibited under Islamic law. Read more about the state's moral cleansing campaign.

Group Condemns NAFDAC's Sachet Alcohol Ban

Civil society group Stand Up Nigeria condemns NAFDAC's ban on sachet alcohol, warning of 500,000 job losses and ₦1.9 trillion economic damage. Read the full details.

NAFDAC Bans Sachet Alcohol in Nigeria

NAFDAC orders a complete ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles below 200ml by December 2025 to protect public health, especially minors.

Senate Orders Sachet Alcohol Ban by Dec 31

Nigeria's Senate mandates NAFDAC to enforce nationwide prohibition of sachet alcoholic beverages, citing youth protection and public health concerns. Full implementation deadline set for year-end.

Yobe Hisbah destroys 8,700 alcohol bottles

In a dramatic crackdown, Yobe State's Hisbah board has publicly destroyed over 8,700 bottles of alcoholic beverages seized across the state. The enforcement operation signals zero tolerance for substances prohibited by Islamic law in the northeastern regi

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