Pernod Ricard Nigeria Seeks Deeper Collaboration with NAFDAC to Strengthen Consumer Protection
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L-R: Mike Okudah, Deputy Director (Port Food), Port Inspection Directorate, NAFDAC; Bode Omosagba, Operations Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria; Dr. Olakunle Olaniran, Director, Port Inspection Directorate, NAFDAC; Nnenna Duru, Corporate Affairs Manager, Pernod Ricard Nigeria; and Ayankop Ayankop, Deputy Director, Director's Office, NAFDAC, during a courtesy visit by Pernod Ricard Nigeria's leadership team to NAFDAC in Lagos.
Pernod Ricard Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to consumer protection and the fight against counterfeiting through strengthened collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
This came to the fore when the company’s senior management team paid a courtesy visit to NAFDAC’s Lagos office, where both organisations explored opportunities to deepen cooperation in safeguarding product integrity, promoting responsible business practices, and supporting sustainable industry growth.
Support for NAFDAC’s Mandate
Speaking during the visit, Pernod Ricard Nigeria’s Operations Director, Bode Omosagba, reiterated the company’s support for NAFDAC’s mandate to protect consumers and maintain quality standards.
“As a responsible organisation, we recognise the critical role NAFDAC plays in protecting consumers and fostering an enabling environment for business growth. We value our relationship with the Agency and remain committed to supporting its mandate,” he said.
He also highlighted some initiatives under the company’s sustainability roadmap, Glass to Life campaign, which promotes the collection and recycling of used bottles to preserve the environment, alongside its global flagship responsible drinking campaign, Drink More Water, which encourages hydration and moderation.
Committed to Upholding Stringent Regulatory Standards
Pernod Ricard Nigeria said it would continue to uphold stringent regulatory standards while delivering a portfolio of premium brands, including locally produced Imperial Blue, as well as globally recognised labels such as Martell Cognac, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Absolut Vodka, The Glenlivet Scotch whisky, and Chivas Regal Whisky.
A part of the Pernod Ricard Group, a global leader in wines and spirits, Pernod Ricard Nigeria continues to create premium consumer experiences while advancing sustainability through its four strategic pillars: Nurturing Terroir, Valuing People, Circular Making, and Responsible Hosting.
The delegation included Corporate Affairs Manager, Nnenna Duru; Head of Supply Chain and Demand Planning, Adebisi Afolabi; and Supply/Logistics Coordinator, Abayomi Oguntola.
Regulator-Industry Collaboration Critical
Director of the Port Inspection Directorate at NAFDAC, Dr. Olakunle Olaniran, commended Pernod Ricard Nigeria’s commitment to regulatory compliance and responsible business conduct.
He reaffirmed NAFDAC’s mandate to protect public health while facilitating trade and creating an enabling environment for investment and growth, noting that strong collaboration between regulators and industry players remains critical to combating counterfeiting and strengthening consumer confidence.
Dr. Olaniran also encouraged increased local production and technology transfer, highlighting their importance to Nigeria’s industrial and economic development.
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