NB debunks “fake Amstel Malta” claims
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In the wake of a video circulating the social media, alleging the existence of a ‘fake’ Amstel Malta in the market, the Nigerian Breweries has been quick to debunk this allegation, claiming is not true.
According to the statement released, NB said the claim in circulation is based on the fact that there are differences in the NIS Logo on the Amstel Malta packaging
The statement read, “The attention of Nigerian Breweries Plc has been drawn to a video circulating on some social media platforms alleging the existence of a ‘fake’ Amstel Malta in the market. This claim is based on the fact that there are differences in the NIS Logo on the Amstel Malta packaging.
“We wish to clarify and assure all our valued consumers and lovers of Amstel Malta that there is no fake Amstel Malta in the market.”
NB explained further that it recently revised the packaging of Amstel Malta and incorporated the new NIS Quality logo from the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), adding that the change was approved by the relevant regulatory agencies, including the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.