Drug import dependence shrinks as local production hits 50%

Nigeria's local pharmaceutical production has reached 50% due to significant regulatory reforms. At the inauguration of a new facility by Sam Pharmaceutical Ltd in Lagos, stakeholders praised NAFDAC's Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, for policies promoting self-sufficiency. NAFDAC's 5+5 validity policy has been crucial in encouraging foreign companies to establish local manufacturing capabilities.