Stakeholders Push for Enhanced Food Fortification Compliance in Nigeria

The stakeholders in Nigeria are urging for enhanced laboratory capacity and compliance in food fortification to safeguard the quality of fortified foods across the country. The call was made during a recent meeting of the Nation Fortification Alliance (NFA) in Lagos, attended by representatives from government ministries, regulatory agencies, development partners, industry groups, academia, civil society, and media.

Key points include the emphasis on the importance of accurate and reliable laboratory testing, challenges faced by manufacturers, and commitments from regulatory agencies like NAFDAC to strengthen oversight.