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The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned residents of poisonous plantain chips, advising them to be cautious and vigilant about where they purchase edibles.
The agency gave the warning following the “viral online picture posted by an eyewitness showing a “plantain chips” seller allegedly adding polythene known as “rubber” into the hot vegetable oil used for frying the plantain.”
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday, January 16 via the Lagos State X page (formerly known as Twitter).
LASCOPA advised consumers to exercise caution and be vigilant about where they purchase their plantain chips. It expressed concern about the health implications this may have on consumers who purchase such items. The agency said the plantain chips may expose consumers to harmful substances or food poisoning.
