Expired energy drinks and popular alcoholic beverages have come under scrutiny after NAFDAC uncovered a suspected counterfeit facility in Lagos.
The operation took place at Zamfara Plaza, inside the BBA Trade Fair Complex.
Two suspects were arrested over the alleged revalidation of expired drinks and alcoholic products.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) announced the discovery in a post on its official X account on Tuesday, October 13.
According to the agency, the suspects were allegedly revalidating energy drinks alongside popular wine and whisky brands.
The operation has raised concerns about the handling of expired beverages.
“NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit production facility at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State,” the agency stated.
It added: “Two suspects were arrested at the scene while allegedly revalidating energy drinks and popular wine and whisky brands.”
The discovery points to concerns about expired beverages potentially being prepared for sale again.
However, NAFDAC has not provided further details about how the alleged operation was carried out.
The agency also has yet to disclose the identities of the two suspects or explain what products were recovered during the operation.
The NAFDAC Lagos expired drinks discovery highlights the importance of checking product labels and expiry dates before buying beverages.
Consumers should also be cautious of products with damaged seals, altered labels or unusual packaging.
Expired drinks should not be consumed simply because their packaging appears normal, buyers who suspect that a product has been tampered with can report their concerns to NAFDAC.
Further information about the investigation, the seized products and possible regulatory action is still awaited.
