By Eteteonline
Nigerians are being warned by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control about the spread of fake condoms under the Kiss brand in the country’s main markets.
The agency stated it obtained the information from DKT International Nigeria, a prominent non-governmental organization engaged in HIV/AIDS prevention and contraception social marketing, in a statement released on Monday, December 29, 2025, referred to as Public Alert No. 042/2025.
“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.
NAFDAC reports that fake condoms have been found at a number of marketplaces in Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe, and Enugu, as well as in Onitsha, Idumota, and Trade Fair.
“The fake Kiss condoms have been reported to be found in Onitsha Market, Idumota Market, Trade Fair Market, and various markets in Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe, Enugu, and others.”
“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.
Male latex condoms under the Kiss brand are intended to prevent syphilis, gonorrhea, HIV, and other STIs as well as unintended pregnancy.
However, because of their poor quality, lack of sterilization, inadequate lubrication, incorrect labeling, and lack of regulatory compliance, NAFDAC cautioned that the counterfeit versions pose major health hazards.
The agency warned that using phony condoms gives users a false sense of security and raises the risk of breakage, infections, allergic responses, and poor protection. In terms of packaging, labeling, color shade, manufacturer address information, lack of medical device information, insufficient caution instructions, and overall bad condom structure, NAFDAC claims that the counterfeit product is very different from the genuine Kiss condom.
“The use of fake condoms poses serious health risks due to poor quality, lack of sterilisation, and absence of regulation, leading to ineffective protection against pregnancy and STIs,”
“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: sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.
“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 pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng.
“Furthermore, note that this notice will be uploaded to the World Health Organisation Global Surveillance and Monitoring System,” NAFDAC added.
It stated that the counterfeit version frequently has inaccurate or partial manufacturing addresses and typically comes in a darker pack with a distorted appearance.
The NAFDAC further stated that the package is of poor quality with obvious barcode discrepancies, and the counterfeit goods lack appropriate medical device labelling and caution information.
Furthermore, compared to the real product, the fake condoms feature a smaller teat end, a thinner latex construction, and less lubrication.
According to the organization, all of its state coordinators and zonal directors have been instructed to step up surveillance efforts and take fake Kiss condoms out of stores across the country.
Distributors, retailers, healthcare providers, and consumers were all urged by the agency to exercise caution, make sure that medical products are only bought from authorized and licensed vendors, and report any suspicions of counterfeit or subpar medications and medical equipment to the NAFDAC office that is closest to them.
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