NAFDAC SEIZES N3BN WORTH OF BANNED, FAKE COSMETICS IN LAGOS

February 22, 2026

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse in Lagos State containing banned, fake, and unregistered cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion.

The facility, hidden inside an uncompleted building at the APT Trade Fair Complex in Ojo Local Government Area, was discovered during routine enforcement operations.

In a statement on its X handle on Sunday, NAFDAC described the seizure as one of its largest in recent times. The haul included large quantities of skin-lightening and medicated soaps known to pose serious health risks.

According to the agency, recovered items include 728 cartons of Crusader soap, 718 cartons of E45 soap, and Extract Gold whitening soaps—all products banned by the Federal Government. Additional items such as assorted perfumes, body oils, and cooking oils were also seized and are under further regulatory assessment.

“All seized products have been evacuated to prevent distribution,” the statement added.

NAFDAC confirmed that the warehouse manager has been invited for questioning as enforcement actions continue. The agency warned that the sale and use of such products could endanger consumers’ health and urged the public to report suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office.