Is Your Food Poisoned? Dangers of Pesticides in Nigeria | Matters That Matter | FemiDlive

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🚫 Why Nigerian food exports are rejected due to chemical residues ⚠️ Is Your Food Poisoned? Dangers of Pesticides in Nigeria: The shocking health impacts of pesticides: cancer, kidney failure, reproductive issues, and more Farmers Awareness & Safety: Over 80% of surveyed Nigerian farmers and traders are unaware of the health implications of chemicals they apply on farm produce, soil and human health. Most of them do not read product labels for several reasons, including: language barriers or lack of access to instructions. Additionally, over 90% of farmers surveyed do not use Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs). Prevalence of (Highly Hazardous Pesticides) HHPs: More than 50% of registered pesticide products in Nigeria are classified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs), meaning they have severe impact on human health, animals and the entire environment. As HHPs are non-degradable, they last in the soil, water and human body for a long period of time. Key Issues Covered in This Video: 📉 How lack of awareness and poor regulation is putting millions at risk 🛡️ The absence of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) among 90% of farmers 📦 Why many farmers can’t read product labels—and what that means for you 🌍 Where these deadly pesticides come from, and who profits from their continued use Guest: Ikenna Donald Ofoegbu is a highly experienced program manager and researcher. With over 15 years in the development sector, he focuses on climate finance, energy, agricultural sustainability, and inclusive development. He holds a Master’s in Economics and a certification in climate and renewable energy finance. Currently, Ikenna leads the Sustainable Nigeria program at Heinrich Böll Stiftung. Faith Nemie Ayegba is a Food Systems & Climate Advocate, Agroecology & Regenerative Agriculture Champion, Soil Advocate, Social Entrepreneur & Grower. She is passionate about transforming food systems through regenerative agriculture, agroecology, and community-driven solutions were she advocates for safe, sustainable, and equitable food practices. ⚠️ This is not just a farming issue — it’s a public health crisis affecting what we eat, how we live, and our future generations. 📢 LISTEN, SHARE, and JOIN the CONVERSATION. Together, we can demand safer food, better regulations, and a healthier Nigeria.