Senator Shehu Sani Calls for Protection of NAFDAC Boss Amidst Threats
posted 27th February 2025
Senator Shehu Sani Calls for Protection of NAFDAC Boss Amidst Threats
28 February 2025: Senator Shehu Sani has issued a call for the immediate protection of Professor Moji Adeyeye, the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), following her alarming revelation of threats to her life. The senator expressed grave concern that the manufacturers of fake drugs and adulterated foods are at the root of these threats, given her relentless efforts in exposing their deadly trade.
Professor Moji has become a formidable force against these unscrupulous individuals, who seek to flood the Nigerian market with unsafe food and pharmaceutical products. Her dedication to public health has made her a nightmare for those who prioritise profit over human lives. Rather than adhere to safety regulations, these dangerous manufacturers would prefer to operate unchecked, producing substandard and often lethal products.
Professor Moji’s leadership at NAFDAC has continued to uphold and advance the high standards set by the late Dora Akunyili, a renowned reformer who revolutionised the fight against counterfeit drugs in Nigeria. Like her predecessor, Professor Moji has shown unwavering commitment to protecting the lives of Nigerians, a stance that has now put her in the crosshairs of criminal elements.
Senator Sani has rightfully pointed out that any threat to Professor Moji is a direct threat to the well-being of all Nigerians. Ensuring her safety is not just about protecting one individual; it is about safeguarding the health and lives of millions. He has called upon security agencies and relevant authorities to take swift action in guaranteeing her safety so that she can continue her essential work without fear.
In a country where counterfeit drugs and unsafe food products have caused countless deaths and health complications, the efforts of NAFDAC under Professor Moji’s leadership must be supported and strengthened. The government must send a strong message that those who seek to undermine public health will not be allowed to intimidate or harm those working to protect the nation.
The fight against fake drugs and adulterated foods is a fight for the survival of Nigeria’s future generations. Protecting Professor Moji is protecting the nation.
