The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) is warning consumers of fried plantains, commonly known as “plantain chips”, to be cautious of a poisonous product currently in circulation.
Consumers are advised to be vigilant about where they purchase their plantain chips to avoid exposure to harmful substances and preventable food poisoning.
The agency is also urging Lagosians to be aware of any unwholesome practices in the processing and frying of the plantain for sale.
This warning comes after an eyewitness posted a viral online picture of a “plantain chips” seller allegedly adding Polythene, known as “Rubber”, into the hot vegetable oil used for frying the plantain.
LASCOPA expressed deep concern about the health implications this may have on consumers.
It noted that the agency was presently investigating the discovery and would take appropriate actions to protect consumers and hold accountable those responsible for the dangerous practice.
It urged members of the public to assist in calling the attention of appropriate government agencies including LASCOPA to all unfriendly and unlawful practices among sellers of consumable items that can put the health of consumers at risk.
