By Maryanne Awuya
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse stocked with expired baby wipes valued at ₦42 million, allegedly intended for illegal revalidation and sale to unsuspecting consumers.
The agency disclosed this in a statement on Monday, saying the operation led to the discovery of over 240 cartons of expired baby wipes that had already been revalidated and repackaged, alongside about 20,000 additional expired wipes, equivalent to 625 cartons, awaiting revalidation.
NAFDAC announced that one suspect was arrested during the operation, while the warehouse was sealed and the products evacuated for further investigation.
The agency warned that the distribution and use of expired baby wipes pose serious health risks, particularly to infants and young children.
According to NAFDAC, the products could cause 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 prevent microbial growth.
The agency also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities involving regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office or through its dedicated reporting line.
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