Popular Nollywood producer and actress, Ruth Kadiri, has expressed concerns over the proliferation of counterfeit products in the Nigerian market. She urged the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and other relevant authorities to take a more serious stance against fake products. Kadiri shared her personal experience with a suspected fake product, highlighting the threat counterfeit goods pose to human lives.
Kadiri recounted buying garlic that turned green after blending, sparking her concern about the quality of products available in the market. She emphasized that counterfeit products are not only a business problem but also a threat to human lives, as Nigerians unknowingly consume poorly produced or contaminated food, drinks, medicines, cosmetics, and household products. The actress called on Nigerians to speak up whenever they come across counterfeit goods.
In a video message, Kadiri urged parents to check expiry dates and NAFDAC numbers before buying products. She advised Nigerians to be vigilant when purchasing food, medicine, and other regulated products. Kadiri also called for stricter inspections and punishment for manufacturers of fake products in Nigeria. She emphasized that the consequences of counterfeit products could be severe, particularly for children.
Kadiri stressed that the fight against fake products requires collective action from both citizens and authorities. She urged Nigerians to collectively reject the culture of silence around counterfeit products and report suspicious activities in their communities. The actress warned that officials accepting bribes from companies producing substandard or counterfeit goods could have severe consequences.
The filmmaker urged authorities to ensure that people found culpable face swift and appropriate punishment. Kadiri also emphasized the need for greater accountability from both citizens and authorities. She stressed that the fight against fake products requires collective action to protect the lives of Nigerians.
Kadiri shared her concerns about the impact of counterfeit products on families. She expressed fear about buying already-packed drinks for her kids due to the risk of contamination. The actress urged parents and guardians to be more vigilant when buying products for their families.
Kadiri ended her appeal by calling for greater accountability from both citizens and authorities. She emphasized that the fight against fake products requires collective action to protect the lives of Nigerians. The actress's concerns have sparked a renewed call to action against counterfeit products in Nigeria.
Key points
- Ruth Kadiri urges Nigerians to check expiry dates and NAFDAC numbers before buying products.
- The actress calls for stricter inspections and punishment for manufacturers of fake products in Nigeria.
- Kadiri emphasizes that the fight against fake products requires collective action from both citizens and authorities.
