Afimag.com –
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Niger State has arrested eight suspects for allegedly stimulating fake and substandard products for human consumption.
The agency said the suspects were arrested for processing and producing unhealthy ice cream, yoghurt and bread in various parts of the country.
According to the Director, North Central Zone of the agency, Mr Shaba Mohammed, NAFDAC perfected their arrest after surveillance in the Suleja area of the state.
He said, “During our surveillance in Suleja today, we discovered a cluster of 15 sites producing unhealthy ice cream, yoghurt and bread for school children in Suleja.
“We immediately swung into action and eight suspects were arrested in connection with the unwholesome practices.
“During the raid, one bakery that engaged in using potassium bromate to produce bread was also discovered. These products are unwholesome, we discovered the use of harmful chemicals in the products.
“The products are being produced in an unhealthy environment. Some of these products can cause cholera, cancer and other health issues,” he said.
