The agency in a statement issued on Saturday said that the sealing of the outlets was aimed at preventing potential health risks associated with contaminated edible oil sold by the outlets.
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), said that it has sealed 50 outlets in Kaduna State for selling edible oil under unhygienic conditions.
The agency in a statement issued on Saturday said that the sealing of the outlets was aimed at preventing potential health risks associated with contaminated edible oil sold by the outlets.
The Director, North-West Zonal Office of NAFDAC, Mrs. Josephine Dayilim, highlighted the dangers of consuming oil processed in insanitary environments, emphasising the risks of food poisoning, gastroenteritis, and even cancer due to inadequate processing and corrosive equipment.
“The crackdown was part of a sensitisation workshop for dealers, focusing on Registration Procedure and Food Management,” Dayilim said.
Dayilim stressed the importance of using food-grade materials and maintaining hygienic production environments to ensure consumer safety.
NAFDAC noted that it remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding public health and imposing sanctions on violators while encouraging compliance with regulations.