– For consumers, the benefits of NAFDAC – FCCPC Partnership are clear as it will ensure simpler complaint processes, faster resolution of issues, and stronger enforcement where standards are not met.
By Biola Lawal
Abuja (Flowerbudnews): The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has signed an MoU with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to strengthen regulatory framework for safeguarding public health.
Flowerbudnews reports that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye and Executive Vice Chairman of FCCPC, Tunji Bello during the NAFDAC DG’s visit to FCCPC headquarters in Abuja.
s also designed to reduce overlapping functions between both agencies
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Prof. Adeyeye, described the agreement as a catalyst for renewed collaboration, synergy, and cooperation between NAFDAC and FCCPC in the discharge of their respective mandates.
She noted the collaboration woas a renewed effort to also reduce overlapping functions between both agencies.
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The NAFDAC Boss stressed that the MoU was also aimed at protecting consumers, safeguarding public health, and ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of regulated products.
Prof. Adeyeye also emphasised the need for strong commitment to the implementation of the MoU, particularly in the areas of investigation, information sharing, and consumer protection.
In a shared commitment, both agencies agreed to establish regulatory mechanisms that would ensure efficient and effective collaboration towards the full implementation of the agreement.
The MoU, which is expected to run for an initial period of four years, will be subject to review and renewal by both parties.
Also speaking at the event, the FCCPC Executive Vice Chairman commended the passion and determination of the NAFDAC Director-General, in facilitating the signing of the MoU.
According to him, the agreement represented a deliberate step towards coordinated regulation in Nigeria’s consumer market and a stronger institutional partnership in protecting consumer rights and public interest.
Mr. Bello noted that, while the mandates of both agencies are clearly defined by law, their functions increasingly overlap in practice.
He explained that the agreement outlined mechanisms for information sharing, ensuring both organisations have timely access to data required for investigations, policy development and enforcement.