NAFDAC DG Adeyeye laughs off resignation calls amid counterfeit product crisis
On September 9, 2026, NAFDAC Director-General Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye laughed off calls for her resignation during a press briefing on counterfeit food and drugs. When a journalist asked about public demand for her to step down over the agency’s failure to curb fake yoghurt, adulterated palm oil and counterfeit beverages, Adeyeye burst into laughter and brushed off the suggestion. The moment was captured in a video that quickly went viral.
Nigerians reacted with anger on social media, calling her response insensitive amid a critical public health emergency. Users such as @NwagbaraIzuchuk said she shows disdain for citizens, @OLUCHI questioned accountability, @DBeemieborlah noted a sinister attitude among older officials, @Morris_Monye said Nigerians are a joke to them, and @sabimarket warned NAFDAC’s standing is damaged. The backlash highlights growing distrust in the agency’s ability to tackle counterfeit products that pose health risks.
The incident underscores the need for accountability in public health regulation. Citizens can monitor NAFDAC’s actions, report suspected counterfeit goods through official channels, and demand transparency from regulators. Will you trust NAFDAC’s next steps, or will you seek alternative ways to verify the safety of food and drugs you consume?