NAFDAC Addresses Viral Fake Products List in Nigeria

A viral post claiming that NAFDAC has released a list of fake products in Nigeria has raised concerns among the public. The list includes well-known brands such as Cowbell, Peak Milk, and Coca-Cola, along with various food items and medicines.

However, NAFDAC clarified that this list does not constitute a new, consolidated publication declaring all the named products as fake. Instead, it combines products that have been subject to different NAFDAC actions over the years, often under varying circumstances.

Some products were confirmed as counterfeit, while others were recalled due to quality or safety issues. NAFDAC emphasized that warnings often pertain to specific batches or variants, which is crucial for accurate interpretation.

For instance, a counterfeit product imitating Cowbell packaging was noted, but it was not manufactured by Promasidor Nigeria Ltd, which ceased production of the “Our Milk” variant in September 2023.