Ngozi Ezeonu raises alarm over fake medicine and baby food in Nigeria, warning that counterfeit products could pose serious risks to families

Nollywood veteran actress Ngozi Ezeonu has raised concerns over the circulation of counterfeit products in Nigeria, particularly fake medicines and baby food, warning that they could pose serious risks to unsuspecting consumers.

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Ezeonu voiced her concerns in a video shared on her social media page, where she urged Nigerians to pay closer attention to the products they purchase and bring into their homes.

The actress expressed particular concern about the possible health consequences of counterfeit medicines and other products, saying families and children could be exposed to serious dangers when fake goods enter the market.

She said the situation was troubling, particularly amid reports of young people experiencing severe health problems.

“I don’t understand what’s happening in this country anymore. When you go to hospitals, you see young people dying with kidney problems, liver problems, because everything is fake!” Ezeonu said.

The veteran actress called on consumers to exercise greater caution when buying medicines, baby food and other products used by their families.

Her warning comes amid wider concerns about the circulation of substandard and counterfeit consumer products, which can be difficult for unsuspecting buyers to distinguish from genuine goods.

Ezeonu stressed the importance of paying closer attention to what Nigerians purchase and consume, particularly products that directly affect the health and wellbeing of children and other vulnerable members of the family.

The actress’s comments have drawn attention to the need for greater consumer awareness and vigilance when purchasing essential products.

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For Ezeonu, the issue goes beyond individual purchases, with the potential consequences of counterfeit products making the situation a serious concern for families across the country.