A South African organization in Zimbabwe is urging West African nations to reject GMO seeds, warning of health risks and food insecurity. They allege a broader agenda to weaken Africa, citing past hybrid seed exports and orchestrated health crises.
Legal action has been taken in Zimbabwe to block GMO imports, with calls for Nigeria and others to follow suit, citing risks of cancer and other ailments.
Key Challenges
Corruption: Officials may accept bribes to approve GMO imports.
Lack of Testing Facilities: Many nations lack the resources for proper scrutiny.
Government Support for GMOs: Some officials, including Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture, are actively distributing GMO seeds.
Solutions
Stronger Regulations & Transparency – Independent testing with public access to results.
Support for Local Farming – Promote indigenous and organic agriculture.
International Oversight & Anti-Corruption Measures – Collaborate with global regulators and enforce strict policies.
West Africa must balance food security with public health concerns. Nigeria has an opportunity to take a firm stance on agricultural biotechnology.
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Princess Dr. Gloria. A. Adebajo-Fraser MFR.
Founder, The National Patriots.
Publisher, Headlinenews.news.
