NAFDAC Raises Alarm, Says Counterfeit Cowbell Milk Circulates Market

By Akinwale Kasali

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has warned Nigerians to be watchful. It alerted that counterfeit Cowbell “Our Milk” 12g sachets has taken over the market across the nation.

NAFDAC disclosed that the manufacturer of Cowbell Products, Promasidor Nigeria Ltd, reported the existence of fake sachets that closely resemble the genuine brand.

The counterfeit products illegally bear the Cowbell name, packaging design, with NAFDAC’s  registration number, and trademark.

Promasidor confirmed that it stopped using the counterfeit packaging design as far back as September 2023, adding that the suspicious products are not produced or distributed by the company.

According to a statement by NAFDAC, “The genuine sachet contains creamy milk, while the counterfeit version contains a substance that does not appear to be milk.

“The authentic packaging uses the revised PNG artwork branded “Our Creamy Goodness,” whereas the counterfeit uses the older ‘Our Milk’ design.

“Genuine products feature batch details printed with a laser, while the fake versions use ink.

“The correct coding is placed in the designated area on the sachet, but the counterfeit versions are coded elsewhere.

“Authentic sachets show automated sealing and cutting, while the fake products are sealed and cut manually”, NAFDAC stated.

It has warned Nigerians to be wary about what they consume.