The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated a nationwide enforcement and public awareness campaign regarding the ban on sachet alcohol and alcoholic beverages packaged in small PET and glass bottles of less than 200 milliliters. This decision was announced during a joint press conference held in Abuja, with the National Orientation Agency working alongside the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The ban aims to tackle the increasing prevalence of underage drinking and associated harmful patterns of consumption.

The enforcement of the ban will officially come into effect on January 1, 2026, highlighting the government's commitment to addressing public health concerns related to alcohol consumption among minors. NAFDAC Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasized that the initiative follows extensive consultations and alarming survey results that indicated a worrying trend in alcohol consumption among young people. This move is seen as part of broader efforts to regulate the alcohol market and promote responsible drinking.

The initiative is expected to not only restrict the availability of low-cost alcoholic beverages that are more accessible to underage individuals but also foster a culture of accountability among producers and retailers. The campaign speaks to the government's proactive stance in protecting the health of its citizens, particularly the youth, by limiting exposure to easily consumable and often harmful alcoholic products.