Cosmetics, food, beverages account for 50 per cent of counterfeits products —NAFDAC

The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday said cosmetic products, food and beverages accounted for over 50 per cent of counterfeit products in the country.

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June 17, 2026

NAFDAC boss, Prof. Adeyeye

NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, made this known at a news conference organised by the agency to commemorate the 2026 International Anti-Counterfeit Month observed globally in June.

Adeyeye, represented by Dr Martins Iluyomade, the Director of Investigation and Enforcement, NAFDAC, said the percentage was based on the volume of counterfeit and fake cosmetics, good and beverages confiscated by NAFDAC.

Cosmetics, food, beverages account for 50 per cent of counterfeits products —NAFDAC

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