The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has assured Nigerians that Nestlé infant formula products approved for sale in the country are safe and not affected by the recent voluntary recall announced in the United Kingdom.
In a post on its official X account, the agency explained that the recalled products were not made for the Nigerian market and are not permitted for sale in the country.
“NAFDAC wishes to reassure Nigerians that all Nestlé infant formulae approved for sale in Nigeria are safe and unaffected by the recent voluntary recall announced by Nestlé UK,” the agency stated.
NAFDAC clarified that none of the recalled batches originated from Nigeria, adding that the products were neither registered by the agency nor authorised for distribution within the country.
“The recalled batches did not originate from Nigeria and were not registered or approved by NAFDAC for distribution,” the statement said.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to public health, particularly the protection of infants, stressing that strict regulatory controls remain in place.
“NAFDAC continues to maintain strict oversight to safeguard the health and safety of Nigerian infants and the general public,” it added.
It also urged Nigerians to remain calm, assuring the public that it would continue to closely monitor all regulated products to ensure they meet required safety standards.
Discover more from Ameh News
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
