NAFDAC, Quilox Partner against Counterfeit Drinks

Ayodeji Ake

In commemoration of its 11th anniversary, one of the most popular clubs in Lagos, Quilox, has kicked off a campaign against counterfeit drinks, saying they dangerous to human health.

Speaking at a media parley organised in Lagos recently by the management of the club, the Chief Operating Officer (COO),  Akinlabi Peller, confirmed that to intensify the fight against fake drinks, the club has formed a strategic partnership with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).

He assured the public that the club maintains quality and standard products for its customers.

According to him, “We want to appreciate NAFDAC for their cooperation and for saving lives. Quilox has a lot of measures in terms of what we serve our customers and we are celebrating a decade and one.

“We have been genuine with our dealings. We have a scanner that enable us scan the bar codes to prove to our customers we don’t sell fake drinks. We are always conscious that people who come around here get the best.”

The Deputy COO of the club, Mr. Olushola Farinloye, enlightened journalists that as part of quality check, the process of drink delivery from the source to the club are properly investigated to ensure that it customers get the best.

“We have a way of taking our process from delivery of drinks. We don’t buy drinks from open market but the brand sellers.” 

“We have a team of auditors that checks down serial numbers of the brands as advised by NAFDAC. When we have any complaint, we investigate from the source we purchased them. And we always put our tags for authenticity.”

As a way to celebrate it every December 20, the club runs a 36 hours nonstop party featuring too artistes.

In his remarks, the Assistant Director of NAFDAC, Lagos State, Mr. Olakunle Ojo, said the agency is waging an endless war against counterfeit drinks, urging clubs to cooperate with NAFDAC.

He said: “This is a great achievement because we have put out some measures to solve issues, especially drinks. We are ensuring to curb counterfeit drinks. We are also urging other clubs to cooperate with NAFDAC to fight counterfeit drinks in Nigeria.”