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Lagos State reinforces food safety standards and compliance efforts
via Punch Nigeria2 min read
Lagos State is strengthening food safety standards and compliance, coinciding with the 2026 World Food Safety Day. Mr. Lanre Mojola, Director-General of the Lagos State Safety Commission, emphasized the necessity of food safety as a critical public health, economic, and consumer protection issue. The theme for this year's event, "From Burdens to Solutions – Safe Food Everywhere," underscores the importance of preventing foodborne diseases. Mojola stated that ensuring the safety of food consumed by residents is a priority for the Lagos State Government, highlighting that every meal should meet high standards of safety and hygiene. He noted that maintaining safety across Lagos's vast food distribution network, which includes manufacturers, processors, distributors, restaurants, hospitality operators, and food vendors, requires collective responsibility. The commission's efforts include routine inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, monitoring compliance, issuing certifications, and enforcing corrective measures. The agency has also intensified training and sensitization programs for food service operators, focusing on handling practices, hygiene standards, storage, hazard control, and consumer protection. Mojola urged businesses, institutions, and households to prioritize food safety to reduce foodborne risks, stating, "Safe food today for a healthier Lagos tomorrow."
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