The Nationwide Company for Meals and Drug Administration and Management (NAFDAC) has issued a public well being alert concerning the recall of Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles, because of the discovery of undeclared allergens that would pose severe well being dangers to customers
In Public Alert No. 041/2025, the company stated the recall discover was first issued by Rappel Conso, the French meals security authority, after exams revealed the presence of milk and eggs within the product with out correct declaration on the label.
NAFDAC warned that the undeclared allergens may set off extreme reactions in individuals with allergic reactions or intolerances to take advantage of and eggs, stressing the necessity for heightened public consciousness.
The noodles, identified for his or her affordability and comfort, have turn into a family staple in lots of international locations, together with Nigeria. Whereas the company famous that the chance of the affected product getting into Nigeria is low because of the Federal Authorities’s ban on noodle importation, it cautioned that unlawful importation, on-line purchases, or worldwide journey may nonetheless result in its circulation within the nation.
“As a precautionary measure, NAFDAC has commenced vigilance actions to forestall the attainable entry of the implicated product into Nigeria,” the company stated.
It added that each one zonal administrators and state coordinators have been directed to accentuate surveillance and instantly mop up the product if present in any a part of the nation.
NAFDAC additionally urged distributors, retailers, and customers to stay vigilant throughout the provide chain to keep away from the distribution, sale, or consumption of the recalled overseas Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles.
Shoppers who might come throughout the product have been suggested to not devour it however to discard it instantly.
The company inspired members of the general public to report any suspected sale of the recalled noodles to the closest NAFDAC workplace or by means of its toll-free line, 0800-162-3322.
Moreover, NAFDAC suggested customers to report any hostile reactions related to the consumption of regulated merchandise by means of its e-reporting platforms, out there on its official web site.
The company reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding public well being and urged Nigerians to stay alert and cooperate with regulatory authorities to forestall potential well being dangers.
