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Nigerian govt raises alarm over use of carbide to ripen fruits

Nigerian govt raises alarm over use of carbide to ripen fruits
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The Federal Government has warned against the use of harmful chemicals in food processing, including calcium carbide for ripening fruits, paracetamol to soften meat, and detergents in cassava production. Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Udeh, raised the concern on Tuesday in Abuja during the 2026 World Science Day for Peace and Development. […] Nigerian govt raises alarm…

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