The Anambra State Police Command and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have strengthened their collaboration to combat the distribution of counterfeit, substandard, and unwholesome products in the state. This development follows a meeting between the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, and the South-East Zonal Director of NAFDAC, Pharm. Shaba Mohammed.
The meeting, which took place on August 13, 2025, at the State Police Headquarters in Awka, aimed to enhance inter-agency collaboration and promote public safety in Anambra State. Both agencies discussed strategies to combat the menace of counterfeit products and ensure the quality and safety of food, drugs, and other regulated products.
CP Orutugu reiterated the Command’s commitment to supporting NAFDAC in the enforcement of relevant laws to safeguard public health. He emphasized that effective policing requires strong partnerships with sister agencies and assured that the Command will continue to provide necessary security support during NAFDAC operations in the state.
The collaboration between the police and NAFDAC is crucial in protecting public health and promoting a safer environment in Anambra State. By working together, the agencies can identify and prosecute individuals and organizations involved in the production and distribution of harmful products.
NAFDAC is responsible for regulating and controlling the manufacture, importation, and distribution of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, and other regulated products in Nigeria. The agency has been working to ensure that products meet quality and safety standards.
The Anambra State Police Command has pledged to provide necessary support to NAFDAC in its efforts to combat counterfeit products. The Command will work closely with NAFDAC to identify and prosecute individuals and organizations involved in the production and distribution of substandard products.
The collaboration between the police and NAFDAC will benefit the public in several ways. It will help to ensure that products available in the market meet quality and safety standards, thereby protecting public health.
The partnership will also enhance security in the state by reducing the incidence of counterfeit products. This will promote a safer environment for residents and businesses in Anambra State.
The Anambra State Police Command and NAFDAC have taken a significant step towards promoting public safety and protecting public health. The collaboration between the two agencies will help to ensure that products available in the market meet quality and safety standards.
The police and NAFDAC will continue to work together to identify and address security challenges in the state. The partnership will help to promote a safer environment and protect public health in Anambra State.