The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Tuesday arraigned man, Akintunde Smith, at the Federal High in Lagos for allegedly manufacturing counterfeit drink, Kasapreko Alomo Bitters.
He was charged with three counts bordering on manufacturing of processed food without registration.
Prosecution counsel Mr Umar Shamaki said Smith committed the alleged offence on or about January 15 at 8, Omotara Street, Aguda, Lagos.
NAFDAC said the defendant allegedly labelled the product as Kasapreko Alomo Bitters in a manner that was false.
The agency arrested Smith following a complaint by the product’s manufacturers that a counterfeit version was being produced and sold.
The producers said the firm has introduced a hologram seal with security features on the cap to enable consumers to identify the original Kasapreko Alomo Bitters.
“We have introduced what is called a hologram seal, which is like a transparent white nylon at the cap. It is a security feature which enables our customers to identify the original product. Once you don’t see the seal, you stay off,” the producers said.
The three-count charge contravene Section 1 of the Food, Drugs and Related Products (Registration) Act, Cap F33, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and punishable under section 6 (1) of the same Act.
The offence is also contrary to The offence to section 1 (a) of the Unwholesome Processed Foods (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, Cap C34, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 and punishable under section 3 (1) (a) of the same Act.
Smith pleaded not guilty to the charge. Justice Okon Abang adjourned till May 6 and 7 for trial and said the defendant, who had no legal representation, could apply for
Alomo? Hmm! Why would anyone be so stupid! Alomo has its own issues already, y'all know it very bitter! Isn't that enough? Then someone will now produce fake one.
God save him!
He's lucky it wasn't "Orijin" hahaha.
He would have been stoned to death.
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