NAFDAC joins world’s top drug regulators in historic ICH membership
NAFDAC has secured full membership of the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use, joining an elite circle of the world’s top drug regulatory authorities. The announcement was made at the ICH Assembly held in Singapore between November 18 and 19, 2025, and later published on the organisation’s website on November 26, marking Nigeria’s transition from observer to full member. Director General Prof Mojisola Adeyeye described the development as historic, saying it places Nigeria among global leaders committed to the highest standards of quality, safety and efficacy for medicines. She said the achievement will give Nigerians better access to high quality medical products and boost the competitiveness and credibility of Nigerian made medicines in local and international markets. NAFDAC began its journey toward ICH membership in late 2022, first applying for observer status and earning […]