Food Safety & Security

Experts Call for Collaborative Efforts to Strengthen Food Security.

The recent session at the NIFST Lagos Chapter Meeting, hosted by the Mainland Zone, provided valuable insights on strengthening food security through collaboration between academia and food businesses. Dr. Abiodun O. Adebayo-Oyetoro delivered an engaging presentation…

NIFST Intensifies Food Safety Awareness in Lagos Market.

The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), Lagos Chapter, has intensified efforts to promote food safety awareness among market vendors and consumers in Lagos State. The state Chairman of NIFST, Mrs Kikelomo Amoreoluwa, made this known at a food…

World Food Safety Day Celebration at Ijako Market on Lagos-Abeokuta Express Way, Ota- Ogun State.

In undeterred by heavy rainfall, the team, led by its Zonal Coordinator, Dr. Edith Alagbe, moved through various sections of the market, engaging traders and shoppers with life-saving information on proper food handling and hygiene. Carrying bold placards with vital…

World Food Safety Day 2025: NIFSTers Took the Message to Ojuwoye Market, Mushin, Lagos.

History was made again as Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Lagos Chapter had the Grand-Finale of the World Food Safety 2025 Celebration event which is a Market Advocacy program at Ojuwoye Market, Mushin, Lagos on Tuesday, 17th June, 2025 at 10am. The…

NIFST LAGOS CHAPTER GEARS UP FOR 2025 WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY | Food Safety: Science in Action.

It was another enlightening time at Ogba Sunday Market as Lagos Chapter of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) collaborated with London Professional Training Centre (LPTC) to create awareness about the importance of consuming safe foods. The…

Kitchen Compliance: Addressing Common Violations.

Maintaining a safe and hygienic environment is crucial in corporate kitchens to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure customer satisfaction. Despite the best intentions, many kitchens often overlook critical aspects of food safety, leading to potential health risks….

How to Avoid Foodborne Illnesses When Dining Out.

Every time you eat out, you trust the restaurant’s food safety practices. Yet, foodborne illnesses affect 600 million people globally each year, causing 420,000 deaths, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). From mild stomach upset to severe…

NIFST Partners with Onigbongbo LCDA to Combat Foodborne Diseases at the Grassroots Level.

The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), in collaboration with the Onigbongbo LCDA, organized a training session for food vendors on food safety and hygiene. This two-day workshop brought together experienced facilitators and food safety experts…

Food Science and Technology: The Bedrock for Food Sufficiency and Economic Development.

Dr. Abiodun Adebayo -Oyetoro began her presentation with a powerful quote from Ban Ki-moon, the former UN secretary general; reminding us that no one should go hungry in a world with plenty. Yet, almost 1 billion people still face hunger. She highlighted the…

Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Health Through Breastfeeding Support and Water Safety Measures in Lagos.

It was a power-packed event at this month’s NIFST Lagos Chapter meeting, hosted by the Mainland Zone on Sunday, 25th August, 2024 at the citadel of excellence, Yaba College of Technology, Yaba-Lagos State. The first speaker, Mrs. Adetoun Onajobi, a bio-wellness…

Experts Call for Collaborative Efforts to Strengthen Food Security.

The recent session at the NIFST Lagos Chapter Meeting, hosted by the Mainland Zone, provided valuable insights on strengthening food security through collaboration between academia and food businesses. Dr. Abiodun O. Adebayo-Oyetoro delivered an engaging presentation…

NIFST Intensifies Food Safety Awareness in Lagos Market.

The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), Lagos Chapter, has intensified efforts to promote food safety awareness among market vendors and consumers in Lagos State. The state Chairman of NIFST, Mrs Kikelomo Amoreoluwa, made this known at a food…

Kitchen Compliance: Addressing Common Violations.

Maintaining a safe and hygienic environment is crucial in corporate kitchens to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure customer satisfaction. Despite the best intentions, many kitchens often overlook critical aspects of food safety, leading to potential health risks….

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