The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against the illegal distribution, and sale of a falsified brand of Ginny non-dairy creamer products. According to NAFDAC, non-dairy creamer is a concoction of many food additives known as coffee creamer or whitener. It is used in food as a substitute for milk powder or to lessen the amount of milk in beverages, including coffee, tea, oatmeal, hot chocolate and baked goods. In a statement, NAFDAC said the falsified brands of the Ginny creamer have been observed to be adorned with several labelling irregularities indicating non-compliance with its pre-packaged food labelling guidelines.
NAFDAC said, “Images of Cows are misleading as the ingredients do not include a diary; Absence of NAFDAC Reg. No: This unregistered product does not comply with the regulatory provisions.” Therefore, the agency said, “The safety and quality of the product is not guaranteed, and the net weight indicated as ‘±35g’ is ambiguous.
“All NAFDAC zonal directors and state coordinators have been directed to carry out surveillance and mop up the falsified product within the zones and states. “Distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers are advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the distribution, supply, sale, and consumption of the falsified versions of Ginny Creamer Products.” It added that “All packaged food products must be obtained from authorised/licensed suppliers. The products’ authenticity and physical condition should be carefully checked.”
