NAFDAC declares Indomie Vegetable Flavour unsafe, orders nationwide recall

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against consuming Indomie Noodles (Vegetable Flavour), describing the product as unsafe and ordering an immediate nationwide withdrawal after an international safety alert.

In Public Alert No. 041/2025, released on Friday, NAFDAC disclosed that France’s consumer protection body, Rappel Conso, initiated a recall of the vegetable-flavoured noodles after laboratory analysis revealed the presence of undeclared allergens.

The affected product was found to contain milk and eggs, which were not indicated on the label.

According to the agency, the omission poses serious health risks, particularly to individuals with allergies or food intolerances, as exposure could result in severe reactions.

The recall applies to all batches with a best-before date of 6 February 2026, though the alert did not state the product’s country of manufacture.

NAFDAC said the decision to issue the warning was based on precautionary public health considerations, stressing the potential danger the product presents to sensitive consumers.

While noting that the likelihood of the recalled noodles entering Nigeria remains minimal due to the Federal Government’s prohibition on noodle imports, the agency cautioned that unauthorized importation through online shopping platforms or personal travel remains possible.

To ensure the product does not circulate within the country, NAFDAC has instructed its zonal directors and state coordinators to intensify monitoring activities and promptly confiscate any of the affected noodles found in markets, storage facilities, or distribution outlets.

The agency also called on consumers, wholesalers, and retailers to remain alert throughout the food supply chain. Anyone who has the implicated Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles has been advised to dispose of them immediately and avoid consumption.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any sightings to the nearest NAFDAC office or through the toll-free number 0800-162-3322.

NAFDAC further urged Nigerians to report any adverse health effects associated with the product using its official e-reporting platforms.

The development has renewed attention on food safety standards and the importance of strict regulatory enforcement, especially given the widespread consumption of instant noodles in Nigerian homes.

NAFDAC declares Indomie Vegetable Flavour unsafe, orders nationwide recall