The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arrested one Madu Simon for allegedly producing fake popular alcoholic beverages in Lagos State.

In a statement on Thursday, the agency said it also confiscated the fake products, which were worth about N114 million.

Some of the drinks being falsified by the suspects included Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, Martell, St. Remy, and Jameson.

The statement read, “One Mr Madu Abuchi Simon was caught in the act of falsifying popular alcoholic brands including Hennessy, William Lawson, Baileys, Martell, St. Remy, and Jameson.

“A search of the premises revealed expired Amarula cream liqueur, empty branded bottles and cartons, stickers, stoves, buckets, cotton wool, and a purple-coloured chemical suspected to be used for cleaning and reusing bottles.

“The suspect attempted to flee but was apprehended.”

NAFDAC revealed that it has opened an investigation into the matter.

“Over 100 cartons of assorted adulterated alcoholic beverages, valued at more than N114 million, were confiscated and evacuated. The outlet has been sealed pending further investigation.

“NAFDAC strongly advises the public to buy alcoholic products only from reputable vendors and to report any suspicious activity to the nearest NAFDAC office.

“The agency remains committed to protecting public health and ensuring consumer safety,” the agency said.

ASA