NAFDAC warns Nigerians of counterfeit Cowbell ‘Our Milk’ sachets in circulatio

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.”