UNILORIN Professor Advocates for Stricter Food Safety Laws

 Professor Abdul Razak Kannike Musa, of the Department of Crop Production, University of Ilorin, has called for strengthened food safety legislations to limit the use of pesticides on food items, ensuring consumer safety.

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Delivering the 257th Inaugural Lecture, titled "Managing Insects for Safe Food and Life," at the University Auditorium on Thursday, May 9, 2024, Prof. Musa emphasized the need for government agencies like NAFDAC and CCPC to collaborate and enforce regulations on pesticide application.

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He stressed that stricter laws would protect consumers from harmful chemicals, promoting safer and healthier food options. Prof. Musa's advocacy aims to raise awareness and drive policy changes for a safer food system.

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Source: University of Ilorin News Bulletin