The following evidence has been compiled from various sources including consumer complaints, undercover investigations, and market analysis. Names and identifying information have been redacted to protect victims while preserving the integrity of the documentation.
Exhibit A: Price Gouging Documentation
WhatsApp Price Quotes
Documented price quotes from various sellers claiming to sell "genuine Ozempic" in Nigeria:
| Seller | Claimed Product | Price Quoted | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seller A (Lagos) | "Ozempic 1mg, original from Dubai" | 1,500,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Seller B (Abuja) | "Hospital-grade Ozempic" | 2,200,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Seller C (Port Harcourt) | "Novo Nordisk direct supply" | 3,500,000 | Dec 2025 |
| Seller D (Instagram) | "VIP Ozempic package" | 5,000,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Seller E (Lagos) | "3-month Ozempic supply" | 8,500,000 | Jan 2026 |
For reference: Legitimate compounded semaglutide costs approximately 60,000-85,000 per vial.
Exhibit B: NAFDAC Registration Status
Official Database Search Results
A search of the NAFDAC online verification portal for "Ozempic" and "semaglutide" reveals:
Search: "Ozempic"
Result: No records found
Search: "Semaglutide" (Novo Nordisk)
Result: No records found
Database last updated: January 2026
This confirms that Ozempic has never been registered for legal sale in Nigeria. Any seller claiming otherwise is providing false information.
Novo Nordisk Distribution Inquiry
Response from Novo Nordisk regarding Nigerian distribution:
"Novo Nordisk does not currently have any authorized distributors or sales channels in Nigeria for Ozempic or any of our semaglutide products."
Paraphrased from official inquiry responseExhibit C: Victim Testimonials
Consumer Complaint #1
"I paid 2.3 million naira to a seller on Instagram who claimed to import Ozempic directly from Denmark. The packaging looked authentic. After 2 months with no results, I had the remaining vial tested - it was just saline solution mixed with something else. Complete fraud."
- Anonymous, Lagos State, October 2025
Consumer Complaint #2
"The seller showed me 'proof' of importation papers and hospital contacts. I paid 1.8 million. The product I received was real semaglutide but in generic vials - they just added fake Ozempic labels. I could have gotten the same thing legitimately for under 100k."
- Anonymous, Abuja, November 2025
Consumer Complaint #3
"I run a pharmacy and was approached to partner with an 'Ozempic supplier.' When I asked for NAFDAC documentation, they said they could get me a 'special exemption certificate' for 500k. I reported them but nothing happened."
- Licensed Pharmacist, Rivers State, December 2025
Exhibit D: Packaging Analysis
Common Counterfeit Indicators
Our analysis of seized fake "Ozempic" products revealed these common signs:
- Printing quality: Genuine Novo Nordisk packaging has specific color tones (Pantone matched) that counterfeits struggle to replicate
- Batch numbers: Many fakes use identical batch numbers across different "shipments"
- Language errors: Misspellings or grammatical errors in package inserts
- Serial verification: Authentic Ozempic has a verifiable serial number system - fakes typically fail this check
- Box construction: Authentic packaging uses specific cardstock weight and finish
Report a Scam
If you've been a victim of fake Ozempic sales or have evidence of fraudulent activity, please report it to the appropriate authorities:
- NAFDAC Consumer Safety Portal
- Nigeria Police Force Economic and Financial Crimes Division
- Consumer Protection Council (CPC)