The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has closed down a Chinese-owned supermarket selling "illegally imported seafood and meat" in the capital, Abuja, over ongoing fears about the spread of coronavirus.

The consumer protection agency disclosed the information on social media, claiming that a "surprise" inspection led them to the discovery.

The agency said that many of the products it found in the supermarket had irregular or expired dates.[BBC]

The goods were reportedly stored in a hidden area of the supermarket.

The new coronavirus is believed to have emerged from illegally traded wildlife at a seafood market in China's Wuhan city.

At least, 132 people have been confirmed dead with about 6000 others said to be infected by the novel coronavirus.

See photos form the FCCPC's operation:

UPDATE: FCCPC inspected Panda Supermarket; Jabi on credible reports that it discriminated & had a concealed area for Asian nationals. Allegation confirmed, seafood & animals imported illegally from China discovered. Store closed in abundance of caution considering Coronavirus. pic.twitter.com/g5WInVcJm2

— FCCPC Nigeria (@fccpcnigeria) January 29, 2020