FIC Report (Ebonyi State) – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sensitised agro-dealers and poultry-input merchants in Ebonyi to healthy production practices. It also urged strict compliance with regulatory requirements to safeguard public health.
The State Coordinator of NAFDAC in Ebonyi, Mr Emeka Orajaka, said this at a one-day sensitisation exercise for agro-and poultry-input dealers, in Abakaliki.
Orajaka said the exercise targeted dealers involved in the sale of veterinary and allied products, stressing that compliance with regulatory standards was mandatory for all operators in the sector.
He explained that the Veterinary and Allied Products Directorate of the agency was responsible for regulating such products to ensure they met established safety and quality standards.
“Every product regulated by NAFDAC must be duly registered and carry a NAFDAC registration number before it is sold, distributed, imported or exported he said”
The coordinator warned that unregistered products posed serious risks to public health and the agricultural value chain, urging dealers to complete proper product registration processes. He also emphasized the importance of proper labelling, advising dealers to verify that products sourced from manufacturers carried accurate and complete information to guarantee authenticity and traceability.
He further highlighted the need for appropriate storage of veterinary and agro-allied products, noting that poor storage conditions could compromise product efficacy and safety.
The coordinator drew attention to banned chemicals and prohibited substances, warning that violators would face sanctions under existing regulations.
He explained that the listing process involved documentation and inspection, after which certificates were issued, adding that the cost was minimal and enhanced effective monitoring.
Speaking on behalf of participants, Dr Abraham Nweke, Chairman of the Poultry Dealers Association in the state, described the meeting as timely and informative.
He urged members to adhere strictly to NAFDAC guidelines and pledged the association’s collaboration with the agency to ensure public safety.
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BAKARE LAURETTA
HOC FIC ABAKALIKI
27/2/2026
