By Lukman Olabiyi
Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening food safety systems in a bid to safeguarding public health and supporting industry standards.
The government said that protecting the public from food-borne risks are not negotiable.
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This was the central focus of the 2025 Food Safety Workshop held in Lagos, which brought together key stakeholders from across Nigeria’s food value chain.
Themed “Food Safety First: Protecting Consumers, Empowering Industries,” the high-level event was organised in partnership with DIDONI Company Limited and attracted participaticipants from policymakers, regulatory agencies, manufacturers, public health experts, food scientists, and business leaders.
Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, who kick-started the workshop,emphasized the urgent need to prioritise food safety across all sectors.
“Food safety must be central to our health and industrial policies. Protecting the public from food-borne risks is not negotiable, and it requires collaboration across all levels of government, private sector, and consumers,” he said.
Mr. Mojola commended DIDONI Company Limited for its partnership, noting that the state remains committed to fostering a regulatory environment that protects consumers while supporting business growth.
Also speaking at the event, CEO of DIDONI Company Limited, Mr. Adekola Joseph, highlighted the far-reaching impact of unsafe food practices.
“When food is unsafe, lives are at risk, economies suffer, and consumer confidence is eroded. This workshop is a clarion call for all players:large and small, to embed food safety into the core of their operations,” he said.
The workshop featured panel discussions and case study presentations, with participants sharing insights into the consequences of food safety lapses, including product recalls, legal liabilities, and reputational damage.
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