Crime

NAFDAC Discovers Banned Drugs Hidden in Plumbing Materials Stores at Onitsha Market

Published by Tope Fakinlede on February 23rd, 2025.

NAFDAC Discovers Banned Drugs Hidden in Plumbing Materials Stores at Onitsha Market

In a surprising turn of events, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) uncovered illegal drugs stashed inside plumbing materials stores at the Onitsha Bridgehead Drug Market.

During the operation, officials seized two truckloads of unregistered narcotics, including banned tramadol and counterfeit medicines, which were secretly stored in these shops. While some traders in the market have criticized NAFDAC for focusing on non-drug sections during the raid, the agency’s investigation, based on reliable intelligence, led them to these areas, where they uncovered significant quantities of illicit drugs.

The operation was conducted with increased security, following a previous incident three years ago when NAFDAC officers and police were attacked while carrying out a similar raid, narrowly avoiding serious harm.

The operation’s success was largely attributed to the support of the National Security Adviser (NSA), whose assistance was crucial in ensuring the progress of the mission.