The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken decisive action in Kaduna State, shutting down a depot handling yoghurt and flavoured drinks. The closure, executed on December 6, 2025, followed an enforcement inspection that revealed the facility was operating in alarmingly unhygienic conditions.
Unhygienic Conditions Prompt Immediate Closure
During a routine surveillance visit, NAFDAC officials documented severe lapses in basic hygiene and safety standards at the depot. The agency reported that the environment posed a high risk of contamination due to poor handling practices and general neglect. According to NAFDAC, the operators failed to meet the required standards for the storage and distribution of consumable products, compelling the regulatory body to seal the premises.
The primary reason for the shutdown was to prevent compromised and potentially dangerous products from reaching consumers in Kaduna and beyond. NAFDAC emphasized that this action is a core part of its mandate to safeguard public health through vigilant monitoring and enforcement.
Ongoing Regulatory Sweep in Kaduna
This incident is not an isolated crackdown. Officials confirmed that more regulatory checks are currently underway across various facilities in Kaduna State. The goal is to enforce strict compliance with hygiene and safety protocols within the food and beverage distribution sector. NAFDAC's move signals a broader effort to clamp down on operators who jeopardize public health for profit.
The sealed depot serves as a stark warning to other non-compliant businesses. The agency has made it clear that it will not hesitate to take similar action against any establishment found violating Nigeria's food safety regulations.
Context: A Pattern of Product Recalls
This enforcement action in Kaduna aligns with NAFDAC's recent proactive stance on product safety. Earlier, the agency had announced the withdrawal, suspension, and cancellation of approval for a significant number of pharmaceutical products. This list included medications from major holders like Sanofi Aventis Nigeria Ltd. and Healthline Limited.
Furthermore, NAFDAC recently issued a public alert for the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) from a specific batch, found to contain a harmful chemical impurity. These consecutive actions underscore NAFDAC's reinforced commitment to protecting Nigerian consumers from substandard and hazardous products across both the food and drug sectors.
Consumers in Kaduna and nationwide are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or unhygienic practices related to food and drug products to the nearest NAFDAC office.
