ONITSHA— The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intensified its crackdown on counterfeit drugs, revealing the seizure of 50 trailer loads of fake and substandard pharmaceuticals at the Niger Bridgehead drug market in Onitsha, Anambra State. In the course of the operation, NAFDAC’s security team also recovered two rifles, live cartridges, a machete, and other dangerous weapons concealed within the market premises.
The ongoing enforcement campaign, which began on February 10, 2025, aims to eradicate fake drug cartels operating across Nigeria, thereby safeguarding public health.
Weapons Discovered Amidst Crackdown
While addressing journalists at the market, NAFDAC Director-General, Professor Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, expressed shock at the discovery of the hidden weapons. She viewed the incident as a possible assassination attempt on the agency’s Southeast Director, Dr. Martins Iluyomade, who routinely carries out security briefings at that location.
Represented by Dr. Iluyomade, Adeyeye confirmed that NAFDAC’s security team successfully thwarted two infiltration attempts by unidentified individuals trying to access the storage facility where the confiscated counterfeit drugs were kept. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently providing useful information to security agencies.
Nationwide Crackdown on Fake Drugs Continues
Reaffirming the agency’s commitment to the nationwide anti-counterfeit drug operation, Adeyeye assured the public that the exercise is not targeted at any individual or group but is a crucial national assignment aimed at protecting public health.
“With swift security interventions, we recovered a dagger, machetes, and firearms. Over the past few nights, several individuals attempting to breach our secured storage facility have been apprehended and are now in custody,” she stated.
Collaboration with Market Leaders and Next Steps
The NAFDAC boss also commended the cooperation of market leadership throughout the enforcement exercise. She announced that certain sections of the market would be reopened within the week as the agency moves on to the next phase of the operation.
The 50 trailer loads of confiscated counterfeit and substandard drugs have been transported to a secure location for further regulatory action.
For more details on NAFDAC’s efforts to eliminate counterfeit drugs in Nigeria, visit the official NAFDAC website or refer to trusted sources like the World Health Organization.
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