08/09/2025
NAFDAC programs in Nigeria include initiatives like the Consumer Safety Clubs in schools to prevent drug abuse, sensitization and awareness programs on product traceability and Greenbook for identifying authentic products, and a strategic plan to reach WHO Maturity Level Four. Other core programs involve market surveillance, product registration, facility inspection, and pharmacovigilance. They also engage in regulatory inspection, laboratory testing, clinical trials oversight, and maintaining close relationships with international agencies for information and funding.
Consumer Awareness & Education Programs
Consumer Safety Clubs:
NAFDAC establishes these clubs in secondary schools to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse and to foster informed health choices.
Sensitization Programs:
These programs target key stakeholders, including healthcare and business professionals, to introduce new policies and technologies, such as the Greenbook, for better product traceability and identification of fake goods.
NAFDAC and Your Health Television Program:
While less effective now, this program used television to raise awareness on various health-related issues.
Regulatory & Compliance Programs
Market Surveillance and Control:
NAFDAC monitors the market to control and prevent the circulation of substandard and counterfeit products.
Registration and Marketing Authorization:
NAFDAC provides processes and guidelines for products to be registered and authorized for sale.
Facility Inspection:
This program involves the inspection of facilities to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Regulatory Inspection & Laboratory Testing:
These are core activities to assess product quality and safety through thorough inspections and laboratory analysis.
Pharmacovigilance and Post-Market Surveillance:
NAFDAC conducts ongoing monitoring of drug safety after they are on the market to identify adverse effects.
Strategic & Capacity Building Programs
WHO Global Benchmarking Program:
NAFDAC works to achieve higher World Health Organization maturity levels to enhance its regulatory capacity, including for vaccine manufacturing.
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control Training and Research Institute (NT&RI):
This institute provides specialized training and research to build capacity within the agency and the industry.
International Collaboration:
NAFDAC maintains relationships with international agencies to access training, information, and funding for specific projects.
Other Programs
Clinical Trials Oversight: NAFDAC oversees clinical trials for new drugs and medical devices to ensure they are conducted safely and ethically.
One Stop Investment Centre (OSIC): This center facilitates investments in the regulatory products sector.
