The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency has warned residents to be cautious against consumption of fried plantain, popularly called ‘plantain chips’ faulting the unhealthy practices in the processing and frying for sale.
The warning is transmitted after a viral picture posted online by an eyewitness shows a plantain chips seller allegedly adding polythene, known as ‘rubber’ in the hot vegetable oil used for frying.
The Agency, on Wednesday, in a statement released on its X handle, expressed deep concern about the health implications of the act on the consumers.
“In light of this discovery, the agency, therefore, advised all consumers to exercise caution and be vigilant about where they purchase their plantain chips in order not to ignorantly expose themselves to any harmful substances or preventable food poisoning.”
LASCOPA also assured members of the public that the agency is presently investigating the discovery and will take appropriate actions to protect consumers as well as hold accountable those responsible for the dangerous practice.
“Meanwhile, members of the public are urged to assist in calling the attention of appropriate government agencies including LASCOPA to all unfriendly and unlawful practices among sellers of consumable items that can put the health of consumers at risk,” it added.
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“LASCOPA is located at No 2B, Soji Adepegba close off Allen Avenue Ikeja with an annex offices situated within Badagry Local Government Secretariat, Bariga LCDA, Ikorodu Local Government and Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA.
“The Agency can also be contacted via email at lascopa@lagosstate.gov.ng or lasgcopa@gmail.com or through the following phone numbers: 08124993885, 09064323154.”
