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By John Ogunsemore
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down eight rice shops and a warehouse in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State for allegedly producing and distributing counterfeit rice.
The agency disclosed this in an X post on Friday.
According to NAFDAC, the major operation led to the seizure of over 1,600 bags worth approximately ₦5 billion.
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“The operation uncovered counterfeit rice repackaged in branded bags such as Big Bull, Royal Stallion, and Tomato Aposo, which aimed at deceiving unsuspecting consumers.
“Empty rice bags bearing popular brand names were also discovered at the Karu facility,” the post reads in part.
NAFDAC said the raid extended to Wuse and Garki markets in Abuja, following a directive from the Director General of the agency, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, to safeguard public health during the festive season.
The Director in charge of the FCT, Mr. Kenneth Azikiwe, warned counterfeiters to desist from such practices or face legal consequences, adding that suspects apprehended during the raid would be prosecuted to deter others.
