By John Ogunsemore
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raided a makeshift factory in Oke Arin market, Lagos Island, arresting three suspects and seizing counterfeit alcoholic drinks worth over N180 million.
The agency disclosed this in an X post on Tuesday night.
NAFDAC said the principal suspect, one Tochukwu Henry confessed to refilling bottles labelled as Rémy Martin with ST-Rémy contents and employing two others to assist in the illicit operation.
The post reads, “NAFDAC has raided a makeshift factory in Oke Arin market, Lagos Island, following a complaint about the illegal production of alcoholic beverages.
“Three men were apprehended and various counterfeit alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, and packaging materials were seized.
“The products, valued at over ₦180 million, included fake versions of popular brands. The main suspect, Mr. Tochukwu Henry, confessed to refilling bottles labelled as Rémy Martin with ST-Rémy contents and employing two others to assist in the illicit operation.
“All suspects are currently in custody for further investigation.
“NAFDAC calls on the public to remain vigilant, especially during the festive season, and to report suspicious activities and products to the nearest NAFDAC office.”