iDeemlawfulThe National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has directed the recall of Indomie brand noodles, Vegetable Flavour product.
NAFDAC stated that the action was taken following the discovery of undeclared allergens, namely milk and eggs, in the product.
According to the agency, the presence of these undeclared ingredients could pose serious health risks to consumers who are allergic or intolerant to milk and eggs.
“NAFDAC is informing the public that the French authority (Rappel Conso of France) has issued a notice regarding the recall of the Indomie brand Noodles Vegetable Flavour.
This recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically milk and eggs, which may pose a significant health risk to consumers with allergies or intolerances.
“Although the official risk of these products entering Nigeria is low due to the Federal Government’s ban on noodle importation, there remains a need for heightened vigilance to prevent possible illicit entry or circulation of the implicated Indomie brand.
“NAFDAC has commenced vigilance actions to guard against possible entry of the brand into the country, as acquisition of the product through online purchase or international travel cannot be excluded.
“Distributors, retailers, and consumers are hereby advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the distribution, sale, and consumption of the recalled foreign brand of Indomie noodles.
“Consumers should discard the product and not consume it. Report any suspicion of the sale of the implicated flavour of Indomie noodles to the nearest NAFDAC office or call 0800-162-3322.”
In Nigeria, the circulation of counterfeit and fake products remains widespread, resulting in health complications for millions of citizens despite ongoing enforcement actions by authorities.
The agency has also previously recalled products considered harmful to public health, often issuing safety alerts to warn Nigerians of potential dangers.