The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised alarms over fake batches of Postinor-2, a popular emergency contraceptive pill, circulating in Nigeria.
This warning has sent shockwaves through Lagos, where the drug is widely used, and triggered a massive trend on X (formerly Twitter) as users share stories and concerns.
NAFDAC identified two counterfeit versions of Postinor-2, labeled with batch numbers T36184B (expiring August 2028) and 332 (expiring February 2027).
These fakes often feature spelling errors on packaging, such as “Veify” instead of “Verify” and “Distnibuted” instead of “Distributed.”
The agency warns that these products may contain harmful ingredients, incorrect doses, or contaminants, which could fail to prevent pregnancy or cause serious health issues.
In Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, the issue hits close to home. Pharmacies and markets in areas like Ikeja and Surulere are common spots for such drugs, and residents rely on Postinor-2 for emergency contraception.
The trend on X exploded after NAFDAC’s announcement on August 26, 2025, with posts highlighting risks of unintended pregnancies and health complications.
One user joked, “Fake Postinor-2 means naming ceremonies will plenty this period,” while others expressed fear over recent purchases.
This comes just days after a Lagos incident where police arrested a woman for carrying Postinor-2, mistaking it for a hard drug. The event, reported on August 16, 2025, added fuel to the fire, drawing attention to misconceptions and the drug’s prevalence in the city.
