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    NAFDAC seize N5bn worth of counterfeit rice – Ravenewsonline

    In a major enforcement operation, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC has shut down eight rice shops and a warehouse in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

    In a statement released today, the agency said the facilities were implicated in producing and distributing counterfeit rice, leading to the seizure of over 1,600 bags worth approximately ₦5 billion.

    “The raid extended to Wuse and Garki markets in Abuja, following a directive from the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, to safeguard public health during the festive season.

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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.”

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    The Director in charge of the FCT, 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.

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