Ruth Kadiri begs NAFDAC to intervene over rising influx of fake goods

Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has expressed concern about the safety of products sold in the country, warning that counterfeit and contaminated food, drinks, medicines, cosmetics, and household products pose a serious threat to human lives.

The actress, in a recent video she posted on her Instagram handle, called on the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, to intensify efforts to tackle the circulation of fake and potentially harmful products in Nigeria.

Kadiri noted that constant consumption and use of fake or counterfeit products, pose as a serious health risk for millions of Nigerians.

“Dear Nigerians, I’m speaking to you today with a heavy heart and deep concern about the circulation of fake products in our country. Every day, people buy food, drinks, medicine, cosmetics, and household products believing that they are safe, but sadly, some are poorly produced, contaminated, harmful and mostly fake. This is not just a business problem; it’s a threat to human life. Imagine little children battling kidney failure,” she stated.

Kadiri also urged NAFDAC to pay close attention to good in circulation in the country, stressing that the health and lives of Nigerian are at stake.

“I bought garlic, blended it, and went downstairs to get something, only for me to return and see the garlic colour has changed. A whole lot of other people with their experiences, I’m literally afraid of buying already packed drinks for my kids because I am scared of what the outcome of that drink will be. NAFDAC, please pay attention to the lives of Nigerians. Lots and lots of people are sick and are not getting better,” she added.

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