Coca-Cola Debunks FCCPC’s Allegation of Misleading Consumers in Nigeria

Raheem Akingbolu

The management of the Coca‑Cola System, has reacted to the allegation of fraudulent product labelling in Nigeria leveled against it and a local bottling company by the Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).

In a statement issued on Friday by the global bottling company, it was stated unequivocally that the Coca‑Cola system was wrongly accused.

According to the statement,
“Coca‑Cola Nigeria provides clear, accessible nutrition information on our packaging in line with national regulatory requirements and is committed to transparency for consumers.

“Our priority is safeguarding consumer interests and we will continue to work constructively with the government on this matter.

“We strongly believe that the Coca‑Cola System in Nigeria has complied with all regulations and look forward to the opportunity to bring this topic to closure.”