NGThe National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Nigeria has completed a three-day training program for its staff on pesticide residue risk assessment, in partnership with Mississippi State University, USA. This initiative aims to improve Nigeria's food safety regulations and increase the quality of agricultural produce, particularly beans, which have faced international restrictions due to concerns about pesticide residues. The training was based on a U.S. Department of Agriculture-sponsored study focusing on pesticide residues in Nigerian beans and sesame seeds. NAFDAC stated that the program equips participants with skills in pesticide residue surveillance, laboratory analysis, and evidence-based regulatory decision-making. The goal is to ensure that both local and exported Nigerian food products meet global safety standards and to support the removal of trade barriers against Nigerian beans.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on NAFDAC's training program aimed at improving food safety and export competitiveness. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The focus is on technical improvements in food safety regulation rather than partisan
