Reps move to curb sale of fake, substandard food, drinks

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to intensify efforts to tackle the production, distribution and sale of fake, adulterated and substandard food and beverages in Nigeria, warning that the growing menace poses serious risks to public health.

The House made the call during plenary on Tuesday following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the member representing Madori/Kaugama Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, Abubakar Yalleman.

Moving the motion, Yalleman said access to safe, wholesome and quality food and beverages was essential to the health, well-being and productivity of Nigerians.
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