By Sanusi Abdullahi Oyelekan

In a recent crackdown led by NAFDAC’s Investigation & Enforcement Directorate, the agency has intensified its operation against drug hawkers in the Apapa vicinity of Lagos State. This move is part of NAFDAC’s ongoing mission to combat the illicit distribution and sale of unauthorized pharmaceuticals.

This was made known in a statement shared on the agency’s X account on Friday.

The statement said, “NAFDAC’s Investigation ans Enforcement Directorate recently conducted a targeted raid on drug hawkers operating in the Apapa area and its surroundings as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the distribution and sale of unauthorised pharmaceuticals.

“Numerous hawkers were apprehended during the operation, and a wide range of illicit drugs were confiscated, including aphrodisiacs, narcotic substances (including tramadol), antibiotics, and over-the-counter medications.

“The combined street value of the seized drugs amounts to approximately N50m.

“The individuals arrested will be prosecuted accordingly, and the confiscated drugs are slated for destruction.”

During the operation, a significant number of drug hawkers were apprehended, and a substantial quantity of illicit drugs was confiscated. Among the seized items were aphrodisiacs, narcotic substances like tramadol, antibiotics, and various over-the-counter medications.

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