Mary Remmy Njoku Challenges NAFDAC Chief on Food Safety
Actress Mary Remmy Njoku publicly criticized Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), for her comments regarding the responsibility for food safety in Nigeria. This criticism came after Adeyeye's interview published on October 5, 2026, where she claimed that many Nigerians are "ignorant" of NAFDAC's mandate, which she stated only covers processed and semi-processed food items, while the Ministry of Agriculture oversees the broader food supply chain.
Adeyeye also suggested that consumer illiteracy contributes to the issue of fake and substandard food products. In response, Njoku took to her Instagram on October 6, 2026, questioning whether NAFDAC is effectively fulfilling its mandate, citing weak inspections, inadequate testing, and poor enforcement as significant problems.
Her post resonated with many followers who expressed support for her stance against the NAFDAC chief's comments.
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