NAFDAC Seals Off Chinese Supermarket In Abuja For Violating Regulations
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed off a Chinese supermarket in Abuja for allegedly selling goods labelled in Chinese language without proper notification. The agency's Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Shaba Mohammed, led the team that sealed off the supermarket located at Azba Mall, 2 Durban Street, Wuse 2, Abuja.
According to Mohammed, the agency received credible information that the supermarket was selling goods labelled in Chinese language, which is a violation of NAFDAC regulations. He explained that the agency's investigation revealed that over 90% of the goods in the supermarket were labelled in Chinese language, making it difficult for Nigerian consumers to understand the contents and expiration dates of the products.
Mohammed stated that the supermarket was sealed off for violating NAFDAC regulations, and an investigation would be conducted to determine how the goods were imported into the country. He added that the agency would also investigate whether the supermarket had obtained the necessary approvals and certifications from NAFDAC before selling the products.
The director noted that some of the affected goods had expired and were still on the supermarket's shelves. He emphasized that selling items in a foreign language without English translation is a violation of Nigerian law. Mohammed warned that if the supermarket is found culpable of violating NAFDAC regulations, punishable action would be taken against it.
The incident has raised concerns about the importation of goods into Nigeria and the need for stricter regulations to ensure that products sold in the country meet safety and quality standards. The sealing off of the Chinese supermarket is a clear indication that NAFDAC is committed to enforcing its regulations and protecting the health and well-being of Nigerian consumers.
As the investigation continues, Nigerians are calling for greater scrutiny of imported goods and stricter penalties for businesses that violate regulations. The incident has also highlighted the need for greater awareness and education about the importance of food safety and the role of regulatory agencies like NAFDAC in ensuring that products sold in Nigeria meet safety and quality standards.
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