Tela maize is harmless, assures NBMA
The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) addressed concerns about Tela Maize, emphasizing its commitment to safety and transparency in GMO regulation. Following thorough risk assessments involving experts from NAFDAC, SON, NAQS, FCCPC, NASC, universities, and research institutions, NBMA confirmed Tela Maize meets safety standards for human health and the environment. NBMA assured Nigerians of stringent oversight ensuring no adverse risks. The statement aims to quell misinformation and underscore the product’s safety amid public scrutiny.
As the fear over the consumption of Tela maize heightens, National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), yesterday, assured Nigerians of the safety of the product.
In a statement, NBMA said that it has observed the concerns expressed by Nigerians.
It also said that it has done a proper risk assessment and analysis were conducted to ensure the safety of the product for human health and the environment.
“We understand that there have been concerns and misinformation circulating about the recently- approved Tela Maize in Nigeria.
“NBMA is committed to ensuring transparency, safety, and unbiased decision-making regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
“NBMA wishes to state here that the safety and health of Nigerians is of topmost priority. We will not compromise on this. The agency has done a proper risk assessment and analysis were conducted to ensure the safety of this product for human health and the environment.
The application for Tella maize was thoroughly examined by two committees comprising of experts and scientists composed of experts from the various relevant agencies and the academia, namely National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), National Agricultural Seed Council (NASCs), universities, research institutions among others who are renowned professionals in the particular field and our internal review process confirmed that Tela Maize meets safety standards. This ensures that the regulatory oversight of GMOs by NBMA meets strict safety standards and poses no adverse risks to health or the environment.
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