CSOs urge FG to tighten food regulations over rising hypertension cases

Civil Society Organisations urge Nigeria’s government to tighten food regulations and sodium policies to combat rising hypertension from processed foods.

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May 14, 2026 · 20:15 · 5 min read

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Civil Society Organisations urge Nigeria’s government to tighten food regulations and sodium policies to combat rising hypertension from processed foods.

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CSOs urge FG to tighten food regulations over rising hypertension cases