ASHENEWS reports that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has sealed 50 outlets in Kaduna state for dispensing edible oil under unhygienic conditions.
A statement issued by the agency on Saturday said that the action is aimed at preventing potential health risks associated with contamination.
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The agency said that the crackdown was part of a sensitisation workshop for dealers, focusing on Registration procedure and Food Management.
It quoted the Director, of the North-West Zonal Office, Mrs Josephine Dayilim as highlighting the dangers of consuming oil processed in unsanitary environments.
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She emphasized the risks of food poisoning, gastroenteritis, and even cancer due to inadequate processing and corrosive equipment.
“Mrs. Dayilim stressed the importance of using food-grade materials and maintaining hygienic production environments to ensure consumer safety.”
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NAFDAC assured that it remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding public health and imposing sanctions on violators while encouraging compliance with regulations.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is a Nigerian federal agency under the Federal Ministry of Health that is responsible for regulating and controlling the manufacture, importation, exportation, advertisement, distribution, sale, and use of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and packaged water.
