Shocking Label Tampering Incident at Lagos Tradefair: Arrests Made
Two suspects have been apprehended at the Lagos Trade Fair Complex for their involvement in altering the labels of expired beverages to falsify expiry dates.
This operation, carried out by authorities, targeted individuals engaged in removing original labels from expired drinks and replacing them with counterfeit markings to resell the products as valid.
The suspects reportedly focused on various alcoholic beverages, including high-end brands, which were being adulterated and marketed locally and internationally, particularly in Cotonou, Benin Republic.
Items recovered during the raid included multiple cartons of empty and mislabeled bottles, packaging materials, and corks used in their illegal activities. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full scope of their operations.