The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has informed of how it uncovered plans by some drug cartels to introduce fentanyl into the Nigerian market.
The NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, who made this known on Tuesday, described the illicit drug as 100 times stronger than tramadol.
He said the drug, with misleading labels, can come in form of candies and eye drops.
According to him, “We are not unaware of desperate efforts by some drug cartels to introduce to the Nigerian market, fentanyl, which according to the CDC, is 80 times as potent as morphine and 100 times more potent than heroin.
“This they may also mix with other prescription drugs. The illegally manufactured fentanyl in its liquid form can come in nasal sprays, eye drops, or small candies.
“As a result, parents and other stakeholders are advised to be vigilant, alert and warn their young ones against attempting to experiment with this illicit substance.
“Symptoms for fentanyl exposure and/or overdose include pinpoint pupils, falling asleep or losing consciousness, slow and shallow breathing, choking or gurgling sounds, limp body, and pale, blue, or cold skin.”
