The Federal High Court of Nigeria has sentenced two men to a combined 40 years in prison for producing and selling fake alcoholic beverages in Lagos State.
The convicts, Otuorimuno Nelson Aziakpono, 58, and Ikegwuonu Davidson Ikechukwu, 28, were found guilty of producing, possessing, selling, and distributing adulterated and unregistered alcoholic drinks within Lagos.
According to a statement by NAFDAC, the conviction followed an enforcement operation conducted on December 3, 2025, at Kojo Street, Ijanikin, and Vespa Market, where authorities uncovered the illegal activities. Large quantities of counterfeit and unregistered alcoholic beverages were seized during the raids.
Recovered items from them within Lagos included fake versions of popular brands such as Hennessy, Jameson Irish Whiskey, William Lawson’s, and Gordon’s Gin. Officials noted that the beverages were dangerous, misleadingly packaged, and unfit for consumption.
After their arrest within Lagos, the suspects were charged on eight counts related to the possession of unwholesome products, manufacturing counterfeit alcoholic drinks, and distributing and selling fake beverages, all in violation of applicable laws.
“The defendants were charged on eight counts bordering on possession of unwholesome products, manufacture and distribution of counterfeit beverages, and related offences under applicable laws,” the statement said.
The case was prosecuted by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, which restated its commitment to protecting public health and ensuring that unsafe products do not find their way into the market.
NAFDAC warned that adulterated alcoholic beverages pose serious health risks to consumers and stressed that the agency will continue to intensify enforcement actions across the country to clamp down on such illegal activities.
The agency also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious products or activities to the nearest NAFDAC office, noting that public cooperation is crucial in the fight against counterfeit and harmful goods.
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