The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced it will enforce the ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and bottles smaller than 200ml starting December 2025.
Director General Mojisola Adeyeye stated during a press briefing in Abuja that “this ban is not punitive; it is protective. It is aimed at safeguarding the health and future of our children and youth.”
She warned that no extension beyond the deadline will be entertained.
Adeyeye explained that the easy accessibility, affordability, and concealability of high-alcohol-content drinks in small containers have led to widespread misuse among minors and commercial drivers.
She added that the decision is “rooted in scientific evidence and public health considerations”, despite objections from some manufacturers.
The directive follows a Senate resolution highlighting concerns that cheap alcohol in sachets contributes to social problems such as domestic violence, road accidents, school dropouts, and other vices.
NAFDAC had previously agreed with industry stakeholders to phase out sachet alcohol, initially targeting January 2024, but extended the deadline to December 2025 to allow stock clearance.
Retailers and manufacturers have been advised to comply, with NAFDAC set to work alongside security agencies to enforce the ban from January 2026.
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