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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...

Worker’s day Celebration.

Happy Worker's Day NIFSTers! Your dedication and expertise in food science and technology have driven innovations, improved food production and supply, and has ensured that it is safe and nutritious. Thank you for your hard work and commitment!" _Greetings from: NIFST...

LAGOS CHAPTER EXECUTIVES VISIT THE NIFST NATIONAL PRESIDENT.

The Lagos Chapter executives, ably led by the Chairperson, Mrs. Kikelomo Amoreoluwa, paid a courtesy visit to the National President, Dr. Bola Osinowo, at the BMS Office, Oshodi, Lagos, on April 3, 2025. They were warmly received by the BMS Team, led by NIFST...

NIFST FIIRO ZONE VISITS PRESIDENT

The President of NIFST Dr. Bola Osinowo (CEO BMS Industries), played host to high profiled delegate from NIFST FIIRO Zone ably led by the Zonal Coordinator Dr. S.B Kosoko. The coordinator stated that the paramount reason for the visit was to associate and identify...

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...

NIFST FIIRO Zone Pays Visit to FIIRO Management.

The executives of NIFST FIIRO ZONE had a familiarization and sensitization visit to the Directors in FIIRO Zone who are pillars of the zone. The visitation tour got to the offices of Dr. Mrs Huthman (Director. Production, Analytical and Laboratory Management), Dr. Mrs...

NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (NIFST) INAUGURATES HIM OONI OF IFE AS BOARD OF TRUSTEE.

The Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) on Wednesday, 5th February 2025, inaugurated the Ooni of Ife (HRH Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II) as a member of the board of trustees of the noble institute. The investiture, which took place in...

Street Food Safety Campaign – Agbara zone outreach

Street Food Safety Campaign – Agbara zone outreach

The Agbara zone of NIFST(in collaboration with our members in the NYSC) carried the Street Food Safety Campaign to the Agbara and Morogbo markets along Lagos-Badagry Express road last week Friday. NIFST Agbara zone used the opportunity to sensitize the food handlers/...

Invitation to A 2 Day Training on ISO 22000, HACCP & FAIRTRADE

Invitation to A 2 Day Training on ISO 22000, HACCP & FAIRTRADE

Attend 2 Day Training on ISO 22000, HACCP & FAIRTRADE Join facilitators Jane Omojokun, former Head, Regulatory Affairs (NAFDAC)/ MD Nugata Consults Ltd for topics including: -Role of top management -Food Safety Policy -Needs and Expectations of Interested Parties...

Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme

Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme

Location: Nationwide Programme Summary This scholarship supports Guinness Nigeria's commitment to implementing transformative schemes that foster youth development. The scholarship will provide full tuition for students who are currently studying in Nigerian...

Why Nigeria has restricted food imports

Why Nigeria has restricted food imports

President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria to block food importers' requests for foreign currency in a bid to boost local agriculture in Africa's most populous country. It is a continuation of a policy that the president began after coming to...

Awka2019 NIFST CONFERENCE!!!

NIFST the umbrella body of the knowledge and practice of Food Science & Technology in Nigeria holds Annual Congress in October. Are you in food business? Do you want your food product to get the attention it deserves in the Nigerian Market? Or your line...

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