Unilever and Nigeria Customs Join Forces Against Counterfeit Goods

Unilever Nigeria and the Nigeria Customs Service have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at stopping counterfeit and illicit trade across the country.

The agreement creates a framework for cooperation on supply-chain visibility and product verification. Its stated goal is to ensure that consumers receive authentic goods, while protecting legitimate businesses and government revenue.

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This partnership reflects our commitment to protecting consumers and preserving the integrity of the marketplace.

Unilever Nigeria Managing Director Tobi Adeniyi called counterfeiting a threat to public health, businesses and the wider economy. “This partnership reflects our commitment to protecting consumers and preserving the integrity of the marketplace,” he said.

Nigeria Customs Service Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi said the agreement would be implemented transparently and professionally. “The fight against counterfeiting and other forms of illicit trade cannot be won by one organisation acting alone,” he said. He added that the partnership should produce tangible results for legitimate trade, economic growth and consumer confidence.

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The fight against counterfeiting and other forms of illicit trade cannot be won by one organisation acting alone.