LASCOPA RAISES ALARM OVER ADULTERATED PALM OIL IN LAGOS MARKETS, SEALS SHOP
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By:Tajudeen Aminat
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency has raised concerns over the growing circulation of adulterated palm oil in markets across Lagos, warning residents to exercise caution when purchasing the product.
The agency’s General Manager, Afolabi Solebo, said complaints from consumers and ongoing market surveillance had uncovered the sale of contaminated and artificially enhanced palm oil by some traders allegedly seeking profit at the expense of public health and safety.
According to him, the adulterated products may contain harmful substances such as candle wax, chemicals, dyes, and other impurities capable of causing food poisoning, stomach complications, liver damage, tissue damage, and other long-term health risks.
Solebo advised consumers to carefully inspect palm oil before purchase by checking for unusual colour, offensive smell, excessive thickness, sediments, or any suspicious appearance that may indicate contamination. He also urged residents to buy only from trusted and reputable sellers.
Reaffirming the Lagos State Government’s commitment to consumer safety, the agency disclosed that it had sealed a shop allegedly selling adulterated palm oil along Idutafa Lane, off Oluwa Street near Amodu Tijani Oluwa Mosque on Lagos Island.
The agency warned traders involved in the sale of adulterated products to desist immediately or face sanctions under Lagos consumer protection laws.
LASCOPA further encouraged residents to report suspected cases of adulterated food products, deceptive trade practices, and consumer rights violations through its official communication channels for investigation and enforcement action.
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