NAFDAC Debunks Viral Ban Claims on Noodles, Tomatoes, Seasoning Cubes
NAFDAC Exposes Viral Audio as False Alarm The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismissed a circulating audio message alleging: ❌ Shutdown of Tummy Tummy noodles factory❌ Ban on tinned tomatoes and Maggi seasoning cubes❌ Presence of dangerous "acetyl methyl" in noodles "Completely false and misleading" - Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, NAFDAC DG Key Clarifications from NAFDAC 🔍 Tummy Tummy Noodles Inspection:✔ Facility in Anambra was never sealed✔ 4 noodle variants tested at Agulu Lab✔ All results satisfactory, no violations found 🍅 Other Products Cleared:✔ No ban on tinned tomatoes✔ Maggi seasoning cubes remain approved ⚠️ Audio Message Facts:• First surfaced October 2023• Falsely claims NAFDAC collaboration• Contains no scientific basis NAFDAC's Nationwide Food Safety Assurance 🧪 Recent Safety Checks:• Nigerian noodles tested for ethylene oxide - none detected• Mycotoxins and heavy metals within safe limits• Ongoing market surveillance 📢 Public Warning:• Avoid sharing unverified content• Report suspicious products […]