Health
NAFDAC issues urgent alert on counterfeits condoms in Nigerian markets
Written By: Abdullahi Izuagbe
29 Dec 2025 02:34 PM
Abuja, FCT – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a critical public alert, Public Alert No. 042/2025, warning Nigerians about the circulation of counterfeit Kiss Condoms across various markets nationwide.
The announcement, made earlier on Monday comes as a response to reports from DKT International Nigeria, the authorized marketing holder of the Kiss Condom brand, highlighting the presence of fake products posing significant health risks.
NAFDAC revealed that the falsified Kiss Condoms have been identified in major markets, including Onitsha Market, Idumota Market, Trade Fair Market, and various locations in Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe, Enugu, and other regions.
Kiss Condoms, a popular brand of male latex condoms, are designed to provide protection against unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
However, the agency warns that the counterfeit versions fail to meet safety standards, endangering public health.
The agency has provided detailed guidance to help consumers distinguish between genuine and counterfeit products.
Key differences include:
Box Packaging: Original boxes feature instructions, medical device certification from MDSS GmbH (Germany), and an address at Plot 4, Block E, Isolo Industrial Layout, Oshodi-Apapa Expressway. Fake boxes are darker, lack additional information, and list an incorrect address (42, Montgomery Road, Yaba, Lagos).
Condom Packs: Genuine packs are light red with "Kiss" written closely on six lines, while fake packs are darker, with "Kiss" loosely spaced on five lines and longer strips.
Wallet and Condom: Original wallets are lighter red with detailed instructions and caution notes, while fake wallets are darker, missing critical information, and have inconsistent barcodes.
The genuine condoms are larger, oval-shaped, and well-lubricated, whereas counterfeit ones are thinner, round, and less lubricated.
NAFDAC emphasized that the use of fake condoms poses severe risks, including breakage, infection, allergic reactions, and false security due to poor quality and lack of sterilization.
To combat the issue, the agency has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct surveillance and remove the falsified products from markets.
Consumers and healthcare professionals are urged to report suspicious products to NAFDAC via the hotline 0800-162-3322 or email sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.
DKT International Nigeria, a leading NGO focused on contraceptive access, has collaborated with NAFDAC to address the crisis, reinforcing their commitment to safe family planning options.
NAFDAC advises Nigerians to purchase condoms only from authorized suppliers and to scrutinize packaging for authenticity. The agency also encourages reporting adverse events through its website (www.nafdac.gov.ng) (www.nafdac.gov.ng) or the Med-safety app.
This alert has been uploaded to the World Health Organization’s Global Surveillance and Monitoring System for international monitoring.
As investigations continue, authorities are calling for heightened vigilance to protect public health in the face of this alarming counterfeit crisis.
The announcement, made earlier on Monday comes as a response to reports from DKT International Nigeria, the authorized marketing holder of the Kiss Condom brand, highlighting the presence of fake products posing significant health risks.
NAFDAC revealed that the falsified Kiss Condoms have been identified in major markets, including Onitsha Market, Idumota Market, Trade Fair Market, and various locations in Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe, Enugu, and other regions.
Kiss Condoms, a popular brand of male latex condoms, are designed to provide protection against unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
However, the agency warns that the counterfeit versions fail to meet safety standards, endangering public health.
The agency has provided detailed guidance to help consumers distinguish between genuine and counterfeit products.
Key differences include:
Box Packaging: Original boxes feature instructions, medical device certification from MDSS GmbH (Germany), and an address at Plot 4, Block E, Isolo Industrial Layout, Oshodi-Apapa Expressway. Fake boxes are darker, lack additional information, and list an incorrect address (42, Montgomery Road, Yaba, Lagos).
Condom Packs: Genuine packs are light red with "Kiss" written closely on six lines, while fake packs are darker, with "Kiss" loosely spaced on five lines and longer strips.
Wallet and Condom: Original wallets are lighter red with detailed instructions and caution notes, while fake wallets are darker, missing critical information, and have inconsistent barcodes.
The genuine condoms are larger, oval-shaped, and well-lubricated, whereas counterfeit ones are thinner, round, and less lubricated.
NAFDAC emphasized that the use of fake condoms poses severe risks, including breakage, infection, allergic reactions, and false security due to poor quality and lack of sterilization.
To combat the issue, the agency has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct surveillance and remove the falsified products from markets.
Consumers and healthcare professionals are urged to report suspicious products to NAFDAC via the hotline 0800-162-3322 or email sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.
DKT International Nigeria, a leading NGO focused on contraceptive access, has collaborated with NAFDAC to address the crisis, reinforcing their commitment to safe family planning options.
NAFDAC advises Nigerians to purchase condoms only from authorized suppliers and to scrutinize packaging for authenticity. The agency also encourages reporting adverse events through its website (www.nafdac.gov.ng) (www.nafdac.gov.ng) or the Med-safety app.
This alert has been uploaded to the World Health Organization’s Global Surveillance and Monitoring System for international monitoring.
As investigations continue, authorities are calling for heightened vigilance to protect public health in the face of this alarming counterfeit crisis.
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