The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has begun a rigorous enforcement campaign to uphold the ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and small-volume containers of 200ml and below.
In an official release, the company explained that the ban follows recommendations from various stakeholders aimed at safeguarding vulnerable demographics, such as children and drivers, from the detrimental effects of alcohol consumption.
“NAFDAC is intensifying enforcement efforts to implement the ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small-volume containers of 200ml and below. This decision, based on recommendations from various stakeholders, aims to protect vulnerable populations, particularly children and drivers, from the harmful effects of alcohol consumption.
Starting February 1, 2024, nationwide enforcement actions have been initiated, targeting both producers and distributors found in violation of the ban.”
NAFDAC emphasized the imposition of strict consequences for non-compliance, including potential prosecution, and urges holders of banned alcoholic beverages to surrender them for destruction, reiterating its dedication to public health and the regulation of alcohol consumption in Nigeria.
“NAFDAC warns of strict consequences for non-compliance, including potential prosecution. The Agency urges holders of banned alcoholic beverages and associated packaging materials to surrender them for destruction to prevent legal action,” NAFDAC stated.
