Anxiety has been mounting in Nigeria following a public alert issued by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) regarding the recall of Indomie Noodles, Vegetable Flavour, due to the presence of undeclared allergens. The affected product, which contains milk and eggs, poses a significant health risk to consumers with allergies or intolerances.
According to NAFDAC, the recall was initiated after France’s food safety authority, Rappel Conso, flagged the product for failing to declare the presence of milk and eggs on its labeling. The recall covers all batches of Indomie Noodles, Vegetable Flavour, with a best-before date of February 6, 2026. Although the country of origin was not stated in the recall notice, NAFDAC has commenced vigilance actions to prevent the possible entry of the recalled product into Nigeria.
Despite the Federal Government’s ban on the importation of noodles, NAFDAC has warned that acquisition of the product through online purchases or international travel cannot be ruled out. The agency has directed its zonal directors and state coordinators to intensify surveillance activities nationwide and to immediately mop up the product if found in any zone or state.
Indomie Nigeria has distanced itself from the recalled product, stating that it does not produce, import, distribute, or sell any noodle variant known as Vegetable Flavour. The company assured consumers that all Indomie noodles produced locally meet regulatory and safety requirements and are safe for consumption.
The public alert has sparked concerns among Nigerians, with many expressing fears about food safety and regulatory enforcement. Some have called for stricter border surveillance and routine market checks to prevent unsafe food products from circulating. Others have urged NAFDAC to extend its checks to online marketplaces, warning that unregulated digital platforms could become a major channel for the sale of recalled or unsafe food items.
NAFDAC has advised consumers to exercise caution and to avoid the distribution, sale, or consumption of the recalled foreign Indomie noodles. The agency has also urged members of the public to report any adverse reactions or side effects linked to the consumption of the product to its offices nationwide. As the situation continues to unfold, NAFDAC’s vigilance and regulatory efforts will be crucial in protecting public health and preventing the circulation of unsafe food products in Nigeria.
