By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter
THE NATIONAL Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted claims made in a misleading video circulating on social media.
The video alleges that NAFDAC approved an herbal product claiming “smoking is healthy” when used with their product.
NAFDAC categorically stated that the product in question—Lung Detox Tea or Lungitox (Smokers Pride)—is neither registered nor approved by the agency.
According to the agency, the product was submitted for registration in 2023 and was immediately queried for its unscientific and dangerous claim that smoking could be made “healthy.”
The application was never resubmitted for processing.
NAFDAC reiterated its commitment to science-based regulations, stating that no product with unsubstantiated therapeutic claims will be approved.
The agency also warned against any products displaying anatomical imagery on packaging.
NAFDAC Alerts of Aba Fake Market
In a related development, NAFDAC has identified Eziukwu Market, also known as Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State, as a hub for producing and distributing fake and substandard beverages.
During a raid led by Mr. Martins Iluyomade, NAFDAC’s Director of the South-East Zone, fake products including whiskey, wine, yogurt, and carbonated drinks were uncovered.
Many of these were produced in unsanitary conditions or re-labelled with falsified expiration dates.
Iluyomade noted the persistence of illegal activities despite previous crackdowns, describing the situation as comparable to “weapons of mass destruction.”
He called out market leaders for failing to honour prior agreements to expose offenders.
Consumers are urged to exercise caution and report suspicious products via NAFDAC’s official channels: 0800-162-3322, email sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng, or visit www.nafdac.gov.ng.
