NAFDAC Launches Campaign to Promote Food Label Literacy

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), led by Director General Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, launched a national campaign on [date not specified] encouraging Nigerians to read food labels as a daily habit to curb the rising burden of diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

During a virtual event, Adeyeye described food labels as critical public health tools that provide essential information for healthier food choices. She stressed that reading food labels should be a shared responsibility among consumers.

The campaign aims to equip Nigerians with knowledge about nutritional information to inform their purchasing decisions. Adeyeye noted that NCDs account for 29% of deaths in Nigeria, with cardiovascular diseases contributing 11%.

The campaign aligns with global commitments to improve nutrition and is supported by various stakeholders, including the Federal Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization. Mr.

Olufunmilola Adegbit represented the Federal Ministry of Health, emphasizing the campaign's role in reducing diet-related diseases.