Onitsha Trader Weeps as Alleged NAFDAC Officials Loot Shop During Market Raid.

Onitsha, Nigeria – A trader in Onitsha Market was left in tears after her shop was allegedly looted during a raid by officials believed to be from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).

For the past few months, NAFDAC has intensified its crackdown on the sale and distribution of illegal drugs across markets in Nigeria. As part of this enforcement, the agency recently conducted a raid in Onitsha Market, targeting suspected illegal drug sellers and unlicensed pharmaceutical distributors.

According to reports, NAFDAC officials claimed to have discovered unauthorized drugs in a plumbing shop within the market, leading to the complete lockdown of the entire marketplace. However, in the aftermath of the operation, a female trader took to social media, weeping as she recorded a video of her shop, which had allegedly been emptied during the raid.

The distraught woman, who sells legitimate goods, expressed shock and frustration as she showcased her store, which had been reduced to empty cartons. She accused the officials of looting her merchandise under the guise of enforcement, calling for authorities to investigate the incident and bring justice to affected traders.

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The situation has sparked outrage among market traders, with many questioning the conduct of the enforcement officers. While NAFDAC maintains that its raids are aimed at removing counterfeit and dangerous drugs from circulation, traders fear that innocent business owners are also suffering unjust losses.

The viral video of the trader’s ordeal was shared online by SaharaReporters, further fueling public outcry and demands for accountability.

VIDEO: Trader In Onitsha Market Breaks Down In Tears Over Looting Of Shop By Alleged NAFDAC Officials During Raid pic.twitter.com/KyWize9ELM

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As of now, NAFDAC has yet to officially respond to the allegations. Meanwhile, affected traders are calling for urgent intervention to prevent further occurrences and ensure fairness in future enforcement actions.