FCCPC Warns Nigerians Against Dangers of Chemically Ripened Fruits
Abuja, August 28, 2025 — The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a strong advisory to Nigerians, warning against the health risks associated with consuming fruits that have been artificially ripened with harmful chemicals. The commission explained that some traders use substances such as calcium carbide to forcefully ripen fruits like mangoes,