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Senate Backs 15-Year Jail Term, Asset Forfeiture for Fake Drug Offenders

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  • The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill mandating a 15-year jail term and asset forfeiture for offenders involved in fake drug trade.
  • The bill aims to strengthen the nation's fight against counterfeit medicines.
  • It also empowers the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) with advanced tracking technology.

Nigeria's Senate has taken a significant step in combating counterfeit medicines by passing a bill that imposes a 15-year prison sentence and asset forfeiture on offenders. This legislative move targets the illicit trade of fake drugs, a persistent challenge in the country.

The bill's passage represents a strengthened commitment to safeguarding public health by tackling the distribution and sale of substandard or falsified pharmaceutical products. The proposed penalties aim to serve as a strong deterrent against those involved in this dangerous trade.

Furthermore, the legislation equips the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) with enhanced capabilities. The agency will be empowered with advanced tracking technology, enabling more effective monitoring and enforcement in the fight against counterfeit medicines. This move is seen as crucial in bolstering Nigeria’s efforts against the proliferation of fake drugs.

The Senate on Wednesday took a major step towards strengthening Nigeria’s war against counterfeit medicines by passing for

— ThisDayReporting on the Senate's passage of the bill.
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