On Wednesday, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) issued a public warning regarding the proliferation of counterfeit Arla Dano 14g full cream Milk Powder in various states across Nigeria.
According to a statement from NAFDAC, the investigation conducted by the TG Arla Dairy Product Enterprise company, the holder of the registration certificate, revealed that these fake products were openly showcased in the market.
The statement outlined NAFDAC’s response, directing zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct surveillance and eliminate the presence of the counterfeit Arla Dano 14g full cream Milk Powder from markets across the country.
In the wake of this discovery, NAFDAC urgently advises distributors, retailers, and consumers to exercise caution and heightened vigilance, emphasizing the need to thoroughly verify the authenticity and physical condition of the product before consumption, sale, or distribution.
Individuals found in possession of the counterfeit Arla Dano 14g full cream Milk Powder are urged to surrender their stock to the nearest NAFDAC office. Furthermore, those who have consumed the product or experienced adverse reactions are strongly recommended to seek immediate medical advice from qualified healthcare professionals.
To ensure public safety, NAFDAC encourages the reporting of any suspicions regarding the distribution and sale of counterfeit or unwholesome packaged food products. This can be done by contacting the nearest NAFDAC office, calling the NAFDAC helpline (0800-162-3322), or sending an email to [email protected].
Consumers are also encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the consumption of unwholesome packaged food products. This can be done by reaching out to the nearest NAFDAC office, using the E-reporting platforms on the NAFDAC website www.nafdac.gov.ng, or utilizing the Med-safety application, available for download on Android and IOS stores. Alternatively, reports can be sent via email to [email protected].
