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The Lagos State Government has urged residents to remain vigilant against hazardous products containing lead.
Afolabi Solebo, General Manager of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), gave the warning during a meeting with Dr. Leslie Adogame, Executive Director of Sustainable Research and Action for Environmental Development (SRADev) Nigeria, on Thursday in Lagos.
He said the state government remains committed to protecting consumers’ rights and ensuring that products in the marketplace meet established safety standards.
“Our aim is to foster collaboration and strengthening the partnership between both organisations towards the elimination of lead in paints, batteries, cosmetics, and consumable product,” said Solebo.
“It also aims to safeguard consumers from exposure to substandard and hazardous products associated with lead contamination and other environmental health risks.
“The Lagos State Government will continue to prioritise consumer safety by strengthening regulatory frameworks and collaborating with relevant stakeholders to eliminate hazardous products from circulation.”
Solebo added that LASCOPA is ready to work closely with SRADev Nigeria to advance environmental health and consumer protection objectives across Lagos State.
The Programme Manager of the Lead Exposure Elimination Project said the visit was aimed at fostering collaboration and strengthening partnerships to eliminate lead in consumer products and reduce environmental health risks.
According to him, the partnership would enhance public awareness and promote safer consumption practices among residents.
He added that both organisations would focus on strategies such as consumer education, public advocacy, research, and enforcement initiatives to curb the circulation of substandard and unsafe products.
