The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse filled with expired baby wipes allegedly being prepared for illegal revalidation and resale to unsuspecting buyers.
In a post shared on X on Monday, the agency disclosed that its operatives discovered over 240 cartons of expired baby wipes that had already been revalidated and repackaged, alongside about 20,000 more expired wipes contained in 625 cartons awaiting the same process.
NAFDAC said one suspect was arrested during the operation, while the warehouse was sealed and the products removed for further investigation.
The agency warned that using the expired wipes could pose serious health risks to infants and young children.
“The distribution and use of expired baby wipes pose significant health risks, particularly to infants and young children, including skin irritation, skin infections, allergic reactions, worsening of eczema or dermatitis, and an increased risk of diaper rash due to the reduced effectiveness of preservatives that inhibit microbial growth,” the statement reads.
“The seized products are valued at approximately N42 million.”
NAFDAC reiterated its commitment to safeguarding public health by preventing expired and substandard regulated products from finding their way back into the market.
The agency also urged members of the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activities involving regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office.