The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised concerns about the activities of Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries, led by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin, accusing the ministry of using the agency’s name to mislead the public by promoting unregistered miracle products.
In a statement released on Sunday, NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, clarified that none of the products endorsed by the ministry, including so-called “Miracle Water” and “Miracle Soap,” have been approved by the agency.
“NAFDAC wishes to inform the public about the misleading actions of a faith-based organization, Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries, which is falsely associating its products with our agency to deceive unsuspecting individuals,” the statement read in part.
The agency revealed it had received multiple complaints from concerned citizens regarding the ministry’s claims on social media that their products could cure ailments and perform miracles, such as healing infertility. Prophet Fufeyin allegedly told his followers that the products were registered with NAFDAC, prompting inquiries to the agency.
Among the products sold by the ministry are “River Jordan Water,” “A New Beginning Mount Carmel Miracle Water,” and other so-called miracle waters and perfumes, all of which are purported to have supernatural healing properties.
Following these complaints, NAFDAC tasked its Delta State office with investigating the matter. Officials were sent to the ministry’s premises to verify the claims and inspect the production of these miracle products.
“The Delta State Coordinator was directed to discreetly purchase the ‘Miracle Water’ (25cl) for ₦3,000 and gather evidence from the ministry,” the agency revealed.
The officials met with the ministry’s Head of Service, Mr. Ogunleye Fufeyin, and Chief Security Officer, who denied the production of the miracle products, despite evidence of purchase. The officials claimed the label on the product only carried their logo and address but did not acknowledge responsibility for its production.
On August 27, 2024, a joint team of NAFDAC investigators and the Federal Task Force on Counterfeit Drugs visited the ministry’s premises to investigate further, but the ministry’s officials reportedly refused to cooperate. The ministry was issued letters of invitation for further investigation, which were ignored. Instead, the ministry submitted legal documents to NAFDAC on August 28, 2024, and requested more time to organize their documents.
The ministry later claimed it had entered a production agreement with Globod Table Water in Delta State, without informing NAFDAC. The agency has deemed the arrangement illegal under its regulations and has since sealed the Globod Table Water facility for involvement in the unregistered production of the miracle water, which carried a fake NAFDAC registration number.
NAFDAC emphasized that none of the miracle products sold by the ministry are registered and warned the public to refrain from purchasing them. The agency stressed that all products must undergo scientific evaluation before being approved.
“In the course of our investigation, we have sealed the Globod Table Water facility for aiding in the production and sale of unregistered and unwholesome miracle water under a falsified NAFDAC registration number,” the statement read.
NAFDAC also warned faith-based organizations against the illegal production of regulated products without proper authorization. Prof. Adeyeye reassured Nigerians that the agency would continue its efforts to protect public health and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
The investigation into Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries is ongoing, with NAFDAC vowing to take further action if necessary to ensure the safety of the public.
