The National biosafety management Agency (NBMA) has commenced the lab analysis of products suspected to be genetically modified.
This is part of efforts by the agency to ensure that Nigerians consume safe and healthy products.
In an interview with the head of the GMO laboratory, NBMA, Ahmedu Josephine Ejile, said the analysis will prove if the product is genetically modified and safe or not. “We do have some foods on
our shelves that are said to be GM. Our work here is to ensure that it is actually GM and find out the genetic component that describes the GM material. We also have to be sure that the sequence that have been inserted is not one that will be detrimental to the health of Nigerians, which is why we want to be sure that every thing that is genetically modified within the borders of Nigeria are safe for public consumption.”
Miss Amedu urged Nigerians to have faith in the ability of scientists working in the Agency to protect and safeguard their health by been prudent in the discharge of their duties
The analysis followed a three-month GMO survey conducted by the Agency which, among other findings, showed the presence of products, in superstores across the country, containing genetically modified ingredients.
The GMO analysis laboratory, a state of the art facility was acquired by the agency in 2016 as part of its resolve to diligently carryout meticulous and rigorous testing of products for the safety of Nigerians.
Meanwhile, the Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have met in Abuja to strengthen the working relationship between the two agencies as a way of regulating the importation of GM foods to ensure that only safe GM foods are allowed in the country.
Dr. Rufus Ebegba, DG/CEO NBMA, said at the meeting that due to the sensitivity of genetically modified organisms, it was imperative for both organs of government to work closely.
This is part of efforts by the agency to ensure that Nigerians consume safe and healthy products.
our shelves that are said to be GM. Our work here is to ensure that it is actually GM and find out the genetic component that describes the GM material. We also have to be sure that the sequence that have been inserted is not one that will be detrimental to the health of Nigerians, which is why we want to be sure that every thing that is genetically modified within the borders of Nigeria are safe for public consumption.”
The analysis followed a three-month GMO survey conducted by the Agency which, among other findings, showed the presence of products, in superstores across the country, containing genetically modified ingredients.
The GMO analysis laboratory, a state of the art facility was acquired by the agency in 2016 as part of its resolve to diligently carryout meticulous and rigorous testing of products for the safety of Nigerians.
Meanwhile, the Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have met in Abuja to strengthen the working relationship between the two agencies as a way of regulating the importation of GM foods to ensure that only safe GM foods are allowed in the country.
Dr. Rufus Ebegba, DG/CEO NBMA, said at the meeting that due to the sensitivity of genetically modified organisms, it was imperative for both organs of government to work closely.
GMOs: NBMA Commences Analysis of Suspect Products
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