The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and
Control (NAFDAC) has notified Nigerians of the sale of an “unwholesome”
Mayonnaise brand called Whippy.
In a statement on Monday signed by Mojisola Adeyeye, NAFDAC
director-general, the agency said the product was discovered following a
consumer complaint received by its post marketing surveillance unit in Ilorin,
Kwara state.
Adeyeye said during investigation, the product was found to have
been sourced locally from SNF FOODS Limited, Onitsha, Anambra.
She said samples were then taken randomly from different
batches of the product for laboratory analysis.
“Laboratory analysis
conducted on the product by the agency, showed unsatisfactory outcomes,” the
statement reads.
“It was discovered that though the products were still
within shelf life, they have become rancid and exhibit a colour different from
the original colour of mayonnaise.
“All zonal directors and state coordinators have been
directed to carry out surveillance and mop up the implicated batches of the
unwholesome product.
“NAFDAC implores
distributors, retailers, and consumers to exercise caution and vigilance to
avoid consumption, sale or distribution of the implicated batches of the
unwholesome Whippy Real Mayonnaise.
“The products’ authenticity and physical condition should be
carefully checked.
“Anyone in possession of the above-mentioned batches of
Whippy Real Mayonnaise is advised to submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.
“If you, or someone you know, have consumed this product, or
suffered any adverse reaction/event after consumption, you are advised to seek
immediate medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
“Members of the
public are encouraged to report any suspicion of distribution and sale of
unwholesome packaged food products to the nearest NAFDAC office, NAFDAC on
0800-162-3322 or via email: sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng.”
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