The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), representing employers in Nigeria, has strongly criticized the ban imposed by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on producing drinks in sachets and small-sized bottles.
NECA described the ban as tantamount to economic sabotage, warning of dire consequences for businesses in the sector.
Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, the Director General of NECA, expressed concern over the ban, highlighting its adverse impact on the economy, particularly amidst the current economic challenges, high unemployment rates, and border security issues.
Oyerinde emphasized that the ban, imposed at this time, is both ill-advised and ill-timed, potentially leading to significant investment losses for organizations operating in the sector.
NECA’s statement underscores the need for thoughtful and well-considered regulatory measures that balance public health concerns with the economic realities facing businesses in Nigeria.
