The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has notified the public of a batch of unwholesome Sprite 50cl glass bottles circulating in Nigeria produced by Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (Abuja plant).
NAFDAC in a statement on its website said the product was discovered following a consumer complaint received and investigated by the post-marketing surveillance unit of the agency.
Here is the product detail as released by NAFDAC:
- Product name: Sprite 50cl glass bottles
- Product manufacturer: Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (Abuja plant)
- BN: AZ6 22:32
- MFD: 180423
- BB: 180424
The statement read in part, “On investigation, at the point of purchase and supplier’s address, over five (5) crates of the implicated batch of Sprite 50cl glass bottles were discovered to be contaminated with particles.
“The affected batch of the unwholesome product has been sampled for laboratory analysis in the NAFDAC laboratory and the Agency has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to carry out surveillance and mop up the implicated batch of the unwholesome product.”
“Furthermore, the company, (Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (Abuja plant) has been directed to recall the implicated batch of the unwholesome product and report to NAFDAC for effective monitoring.
The agency added that it will carry out a comprehensive current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) Inspection of the manufacturing site to find the root “cause of the contamination and ensure compliance to marketing authorization.”
NAFDAC called on distributors, retailers, and consumers to exercise caution and vigilance to avoid the consumption, sale, or distribution of the unwholesome product. It further called on those in possession of the batch of Sprite 50cl glass bottles to submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.
Anyone who have consumed the product or suffered adverse effect from the consumption is advised to see a healthcare professional.
“If you, or someone you know, have consumed this product or suffered any adverse reaction/event after consumption, you are advised to seek immediate medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
The agency encouraged members of the public to report any suspicion of distribution and sale of unwholesome packaged food products to the nearest NAFDAC office.
Ifunanya Ikueze is an Engineer, Safety Professional, Writer, Investor, Entrepreneur and Educator.
