Ramadan: NAFDAC uncovers use of dangerous chemicals to ripen fruits
The NAFDAC has uncovered the use of harmful chemicals by some traders to artificially ripen fruits ahead of Ramadan. The agency warned that these substances pose serious health risks to consumers, especially during the festive period when fruit consumption rises. Inspectors reported finding unsafe chemicals, including calcium carbide and other unapproved ripening agents, in markets […]
Insecurity: NAFDAC warns chemical marketers against selling to unknown buyers
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to chemical marketers in Kebbi State. They are urged not to sell their products to unknown buyers. The warning was given by Alhaji Muyideen F. Suleiman, the State Coordinator of NAFDAC, during a one-day sensitization event in Birnin Kebbi. The […]