NSCDC Arrests Two Women Over Alleged Fake Fruit Juice Production in Badagry, Shuts Factory

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, has arrested two women, aged 48 and 50, over alleged production of adulterated “Barkas Juice” at an illegal factory in Badagry.

NSCDC said its operatives conducted five days of surveillance before carrying out the operation between Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026, in collaboration with a Nigerian Army formation in the area. The suspects were reportedly caught during production.

According to preliminary findings, the juice was allegedly produced with water, synthetic flavourings, industrial sweeteners, artificial colourants, preservatives and other additives, without real fruit. The Corps also alleged that the product carried a fake NAFDAC registration number and was distributed to markets in Lagos, Benin City and other parts of Nigeria.

Items recovered from the factory included a truck, cartons of the suspected adulterated juice, machinery, chemicals, drums and a gas cylinder. NSCDC Lagos Commandant Adedotun Keshinro ordered the factory shut down and said the suspects would face further investigation and prosecution, with the Corps set to collaborate with NAFDAC and other relevant agencies.