The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse in Lagos stocked with banned, substandard, and unregistered cosmetic products valued at more than ₦3 billion.

In a statement posted on its X (formerly Twitter) page on Sunday, the agency disclosed that the warehouse was located within the APT Trade Fair Complex and concealed inside an uncompleted building.

“NAFDAC has uncovered a warehouse stocked with banned, fake, and unregistered cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion at the APT Trade Fair Complex in Lagos State.

“Items recovered include 728 cartons of Crusader soap, 718 cartons of E45 soap, and Extract Gold whitening soaps, which are products banned by the Federal Government,” the statement read.

The agency added that other items, including assorted perfumes, body oils, and cooking oils, were also discovered and have been placed on hold pending further regulatory assessment.

NAFDAC said all seized products had been evacuated to prevent distribution, while the warehouse manager had been invited for further investigation as enforcement actions continue.

The agency warned that the sale and use of such products pose serious health risks to consumers.

“Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest NAFDAC office,” it added.