The general public has been warned to beware of unsafe Indomie Noodles in circulation.

The alert came from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAD) over the recall of Indomie Noodles, Vegetable Flavour, due to the presence of undeclared allergens.

NAFDAC warned that the affected product contains milk and eggs, allergens that could trigger severe and potentially life-threatening reactions in people with allergies or intolerances.

In a statement titled ‘Public Alert No. 041/2025’, the agency said the recall followed a notification from France’s food safety authority, Rappel Conso, which flagged the product for failing to declare the presence of milk and eggs on its labelling.

According to NAFDAC, the recall covers all batches of Indomie Noodles, Vegetable Flavour, with a best-before date of February 6, 2026.

The agency added that the country of origin was not stated in the recall notice.

“NAFDAC is informing the public that the French authority (Rappel Conso of France) has issued a notice regarding the recall of the Indomie brand Noodles Vegetable Flavour.”

“This recall is due to the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically milk and eggs, which may pose a significant health risk to consumers with allergies or intolerances,” the agency said.

Indomie noodles are widely consumed across Nigeria and other countries, largely due to their affordability, convenience and popularity as a household food item, particularly among children and young adults.

Although the Federal Government has placed a ban on the importation of noodles into Nigeria, NAFDAC said vigilance was necessary to prevent the possible illegal entry or circulation of the recalled product.

“Although the official risk of these products entering Nigeria is low due to the Federal Government’s ban on noodle importation, there remains a need for heightened vigilance to prevent possible illicit entry or circulation of the implicated Indomie brand,” the agency stated.

The regulatory agency noted that while the official risk of the product entering the country is considered low, acquisition through online purchases or international travel could not be ruled out.

“NAFDAC has commenced vigilance actions to guard against possible entry of the brand into the country, as acquisition of the product through online purchase or international travel cannot be excluded,” it said.

It directed its zonal directors and state coordinators to intensify surveillance activities nationwide and to immediately mop up the product if found in any zone or state.

It advised distributors, retailers and consumers to exercise caution across the supply chain and to avoid the distribution, sale or consumption of the recalled foreign Indomie noodles.

“Consumers should discard the product and not consume it. Report any suspicion of the sale of the implicated flavour of Indomie noodles to the nearest NAFDAC office or call 0800-162-3322,” the agency added.

NAFDAC also urged members of the public to report any adverse reactions or side effects linked to the consumption of the product to its offices nationwide, as part of efforts to safeguard public health.

The alert has sparked serious concerns from the general public, as the popularly acclaimed ‘Two Minutes Noodles’ come in-handy when consumers need urgent food when hunger comes knocking.