The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against the sale and distribution of counterfeit Kiss condoms in several markets across the country, citing serious public health risks.
The warning is contained in a public alert issued by the agency on Monday via its official X handle, tagged Public Alert No. 042/2025.
NAFDAC said the information was received from the Marketing Authorisation Holder, DKT International Nigeria, described as a leading non-governmental organisation focused on contraceptive social marketing.
“The fake Kiss Condom has 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 agency stated.
It explained that Kiss Condom is a brand of male latex condoms designed to prevent unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, gonorrhoea and syphilis.
However, the agency warned that the circulation of counterfeit versions undermines their protective purpose and exposes users to serious health risks.
To help consumers identify genuine products, NAFDAC outlined key differences between original and fake Kiss condoms.
According to the agency, the original Kiss condom box contains clear instructions, storage and caution information, complete manufacturer and medical device details, and lighter-coloured packaging with a visible condom image.
In contrast, it said the fake versions have no additional information on the side of the box. The box is darker in colour. The picture on the box is darker in colour. The inside of some of the boxes is plain white. No condom image. Address is wrong – 42, Montgomery Road, Yaba, Lagos. The manufacturer’s address is incomplete. No storage and caution information.
NAFDAC also highlighted differences on the condom packs, noting that original Kiss packs are light red, with the brand name written closely across six lines, while the counterfeit packs are darker, with the name loosely written across five lines and a longer condom strip.
Differences were further identified in the wallet packaging and the physical characteristics of the condoms.
The agency said genuine Kiss condoms are larger, oval-shaped, more lubricated and have a larger teat end, while fake versions are thinner, rounder, less lubricated and have smaller teat ends.
Highlighting the dangers, NAFDAC warned that the use of fake condoms poses serious health risks due to poor quality, lack of sterilisation and absence of regulation.
“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. Risks include breakage, infection, allergic reactions, and false security.
“To ensure safety, only genuine, quality-assured condoms from approved manufacturers should be used,” the agency urged.
NAFDAC added that it has directed all its zonal directors and state coordinators to intensify surveillance and mop up the falsified Kiss condoms from markets nationwide.
It advised healthcare professionals and members of the public to report suspected cases of substandard or falsified medicines and medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office.
