PUBLIC NOTICE: -BAN ON PRODUCTION, SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF SACHET GIN IN EDO STATE.

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PUBLIC NOTICE:
BAN ON PRODUCTION, SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF SACHET GIN IN EDO STATE.

This is to inform the General Public, especially sellers, dealers, distributors and manufacturers of Sachet Gin that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control - NAFDAC has banned the production, sale and consumption of Sachet Gin nationwide due to its danger to human health.

In line with this directive, NAFDAC has ordered a total mop-up and withdrawal of all Sachet Gin from production centers and markets across the country.

In view of the above, the Edo State Consumer Protection Committee hereby directs as follows:
1.  All sellers, dealers and manufacturers of Sachet Gin in Edo State should immediately withdraw and dispose of all Sachet Gin in their custody within 7 days of this notice.

2.  Failure to comply with this directive will attract penalties, seizure and prosecution in line with relevant laws.

3.  Taskforce teams will commence full enforcement and evacuation of Sachet Gin from all markets, shops, motor parks and other sales points across the 18 LGA of Edo State after the expiration of the 7-days grace period.

The Edo State Consumer Protection Committee remains committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of Edo people. This action is in line with the SHINE Agenda of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State.

Let us all work together to build a healthier Edo State.

Signed: 
Mr. Iyamu Osaro Culture  
Chairman, Edo State Consumer Protection Committee

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