NAFDAC Debunks Claims Of Saccharine In Bread, Assures Public Safety

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted claims made in a recent video suggesting that Nigerians should avoid bread due to the alleged use of saccharine in its production.

In a press release signed by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Christianah Adeyeye, the agency clarified that the video’s content does not reflect its stance.

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While acknowledging that the use of saccharine in bread is not permitted by the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS) or the Codex General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA), NAFDAC emphasized that it has not advised consumers to avoid bread.

The agency assured the public that it remains committed to safeguarding public health and will continue to take appropriate action against any baker found to be using unapproved food additives.