Lagos, Jan. 17, 2024 -The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned residents of the unwholesome practices in frying plantain chips meant for sale.
The Agency gave the warning in a statement on Wednesday.
It said the warning became necessary in view of a recent online picture showing a plantain chips seller adding polythene (rubber) into the hot vegetable oil used for frying the plantain.
“The Agency is presently investigating this discovery and will take appropriate actions to protect consumers and 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.
“LASCOPA is located at No 2B, Soji Adepegba Close off Allen Avenue Ikeja with 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, and 08092509777.” (GBN)
