The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised an alarm over the spread of counterfeit Kiss condoms in several major markets across Nigeria, warning that the fake products pose serious health risks to users
In a public alert issued on Monday and published on its website as Public Alert No. 042/2025, the agency disclosed that the information was provided by DKT International Nigeria, a non-governmental organisation known for its work in contraceptive social marketing and HIV/AIDS prevention.
“The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control is notifying the public about the sale and distribution of fake Kiss condoms in various Nigerian markets,” the agency stated.
NAFDAC explained that the alert followed a report from the Marketing Authorisation Holder, DKT International Nigeria, whose mission is to ensure Nigerians have access to affordable and safe family planning options.
“The information was received from the MAH-DKT International Nigeria, a leading non-governmental organisation focused on contraceptive social marketing. Its mission is to provide Nigerians with affordable and safe options for family planning and HIV/AIDS prevention,” the statement read.
According to the agency, the counterfeit condoms have been spotted in key commercial centres, including Onitsha Market, Idumota Market, Trade Fair Market, as well as markets in Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe, Enugu and other locations nationwide.
Kiss condoms are male latex condoms used to prevent unintended pregnancies and protect against sexually transmitted infections such as HIV, gonorrhoea and syphilis. However, NAFDAC warned that the fake versions lack basic quality and safety standards.
The agency noted that the counterfeit products may expose users to risks such as condom breakage, infections, allergic reactions and failure to provide adequate protection, creating a false sense of safety.
NAFDAC explained that the fake Kiss condoms differ clearly from the genuine brand in both appearance and quality. These differences include packaging and labelling inconsistencies, colour variations, incorrect or incomplete manufacturer addresses, missing medical device information and poorly constructed condom materials.
It added that the counterfeit condoms are often packaged in darker wrappers with distorted designs, poor-quality prints and barcode irregularities. The fake products were also described as having thinner latex, reduced lubrication and a smaller teat end compared to the original.
In response, the agency said its zonal and state offices have been instructed to step up monitoring, surveillance and mop-up exercises to remove the falsified products from circulation.
NAFDAC urged distributors, sellers, healthcare providers and members of the public to be cautious and ensure that condoms and other medical products are sourced only from authorised and licensed suppliers.
“Healthcare professionals and consumers are advised to report any suspicion of the sale of substandard and falsified medicines or medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office, NAFDAC on 0800-162-3322 or via email: [email protected],” the agency stated.
It also encouraged reports of adverse reactions linked to medical products. “Similarly, healthcare professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of medicinal products or medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office, or through the e-reporting platforms available on the NAFDAC website, www.nafdac.gov.ng, or via the Med-safety application available for download on Android and iOS stores, or by email at [email protected].”
NAFDAC further disclosed that details of the alert would be shared internationally. “Furthermore, note that this notice will be uploaded to the World Health Organisation Global Surveillance and Monitoring System,” the agency added.
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