Tackling Food Poisoning In Nigeria
26 ago 2024 ·
42 min. 24 sec.
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Food poisoning, or foodborne illness, by definition is a range of disorders caused by consuming contaminated food or beverages, leading to gastrointestinal and systemic symptoms. This serious public health issue...
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Food poisoning, or foodborne illness, by definition is a range of disorders caused by consuming contaminated food or beverages, leading to gastrointestinal and systemic symptoms. This serious public health issue has increasingly become a concern in Nigeria, with alarming reports highlighting its devastating impact on lives and communities.
In recent months, Nigeria has witnessed a series of alarming cases.
Recently, a tragic incident in Kano State brought this issue into sharp focus. A 35-year-old mother, Alhaqatu Abdulkarim and her five children, reportedly died in karkari village in the Gwarzo Local Government Area of the state after consuming a local delicacy.
Similar incidents have been reported in Sokoto, Kwara, Anambra, and Nasarawa States. report in the vanguard newspaper revealed that a family of five died on Sunday in a Sokoto village after consuming soup prepared with fertilizer mistaken for Monosodium Glutamate Seasoning substance (Farin Maggi)..
Recent statistics revealed that over 200,000 Nigerians die annually from food poisoning while 50 people are said to have died this year alone from food poisoning.
But why are cases of food poisoning prevalent in Nigeria?. What can be done to check this dangerous trend?
Here, we focused on unraveling the root causes of food poisoning in Nigeria, examining the current challenges, and exploring potential solutions. What roles are there for stakeholders in improving food safety and protect public health in Nigeria?
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In recent months, Nigeria has witnessed a series of alarming cases.
Recently, a tragic incident in Kano State brought this issue into sharp focus. A 35-year-old mother, Alhaqatu Abdulkarim and her five children, reportedly died in karkari village in the Gwarzo Local Government Area of the state after consuming a local delicacy.
Similar incidents have been reported in Sokoto, Kwara, Anambra, and Nasarawa States. report in the vanguard newspaper revealed that a family of five died on Sunday in a Sokoto village after consuming soup prepared with fertilizer mistaken for Monosodium Glutamate Seasoning substance (Farin Maggi)..
Recent statistics revealed that over 200,000 Nigerians die annually from food poisoning while 50 people are said to have died this year alone from food poisoning.
But why are cases of food poisoning prevalent in Nigeria?. What can be done to check this dangerous trend?
Here, we focused on unraveling the root causes of food poisoning in Nigeria, examining the current challenges, and exploring potential solutions. What roles are there for stakeholders in improving food safety and protect public health in Nigeria?
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| Autore | Njideka Maduka |
| Organizzazione | NJ |
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