Rivers state govt warns against use of Detergent and other harmful chemicals in ‘Fufu’ production
The Rivers State government has raised concerns about the use of detergent and other dangerous chemicals in making ‘fufu’. This warning came after reports from a local radio station revealed that some producers were adding harmful substances to speed up processing and increase profits. ‘Fufu’ is a popular Nigerian dish made from fermented cassava, which […]
NAFDAC Urges Bakeries to Stop Using Harmful Chemicals in Bread Production
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sent a clear warning to bakeries across Nigeria. The agency cautioned against using harmful chemicals, including saccharin and bromate, in the production of bread. Speaking at the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Forum, NAFDAC’s Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, explained the dangers of these […]