FG Moves To Ban Syringe Imports To Boost Local Manufacturing

In a bid to strengthen the economy and foster local production, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Tunji Alausa has advocated for a complete halt on the importation of medical syringes into Nigeria.

This call was echoed by the Director General of National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof Moji Adeyeye, during a visit to the Afrimedical Manufacturing and Supplies Limited Syringe factory in Ogun State.

The visit aimed to address the challenge of substandard medical device imports and promote indigenous manufacturing.

Highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting local industries, Dr. Alausa emphasised the importance of restructuring syringe production in Nigeria to ensure the availability of high-quality products and create employment opportunities.

Prof. Adeyeye affirmed the Agency’s decision to cease granting import authorisations for syringes, redirecting focus towards local manufacturers, and collaborating with them to enhance production standards.

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While acknowledging the initial cost implications of locally manufactured syringes, Prof. Adeyeye stressed that increased production volumes would drive down prices over time.