The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians about counterfeit 12g Cowbell “Our Milk” currently in circulation.
In a statement on Friday, NAFDAC clarified that Promasidor Nigeria Ltd, the official marketing authorisation holder of Cowbell, ceased production of the “Our Milk” variant in September 2023, replacing it with Cowbell “Our Creamy Goodness”.
The agency said the counterfeit product mimics the discontinued “Our Milk” packaging but is neither manufactured nor distributed by Promasidor, adding that the fake sachets unlawfully bear the Cowbell brand name, NAFDAC registration number, and packaging design.
NAFDAC warned that consuming counterfeit milk poses serious health risks, including exposure to toxic chemicals, unapproved additives, and diluted ingredients.
The agency said such consumption can lead to foodborne illnesses, allergic reactions, organ damage, and, in extreme cases, death, adding that infants, children, pregnant women, and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the dangers of the fake products.
“The counterfeit products currently in circulation are imitations of the discontinued ‘Our Milk’ packaging and are not manufactured or distributed by Promasidor,” the statement reads.
“They bear unauthorised use of the brand name, NAFDAC registration number, and packaging design. Risk Statement: Consumption of counterfeit milk poses serious health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, unapproved additives, or diluted ingredients.
“Risks include foodborne illnesses, allergic reactions, and organ damage, and in severe cases, death. Infants, children, pregnant women, and the elderly are particularly vulnerable.
“The counterfeit products currently in circulation are imitations of the discontinued “Our Milk” packaging and are not manufactured or distributed by Promasidor.
“They bear unauthorised use of the brand name, NAFDAC Registration Number, and packaging design.”
