Healthy Society: Campaign cautions consumption of unbranded cooking oil

In a bid to promote healthy living among Nigerians, Power Oil has intensified plans to further, amplify its warning against the consumption of unbranded cooking oil.

In a statement seen by BusinessDay, Power Oil said unbranded cooking oil were unsuitable for consumption.

“Over the years, this unbranded cooking oil has crept into Nigerian open market stalls and traveled into various homes through untraceable means. The containers and gallons in which they come are unlabeled, and neither do they have a direct link to any source. Most unfortunately, the ill manner it is being handled and in the most unhygienic environment poses grievous health risks to consumers,” the company said.

Power Oil also raised concern about the state of Nigeria’s economy and the impact it having on consumption of cooking oil.

“The average Nigerian man does his calculations, tries to cut costs on most of the basic things, and goes for the cheaper rather than opting for the healthier option,” the company said.

Power Oil also recently partnered with Ali Nuhu Mohammed (a Nigerian actor and director also known as the king of Kannywood) as they will be embarking on a campaign to build awareness on a healthy lifestyle.

“Sharing a common vision of instilling a healthy lifestyle for Nigerians along with Ali Nuhu Mohamed, Power Oil, which contains zero cholesterol, zero trans fat, vitamins, and omega fatty acids hopes to deeply comb northern Nigeria with a sensitization campaign against the consumption of unbranded cooking oil, and most importantly, to enlighten them that every Nigerian deserve a healthy lifestyle regardless of their social status,” the company said.

It added, “Mohammed whose other nickname is “Saki Ali” is considered a force and a voice among the Northern youth; he also has earned an honorary doctorate which has positioned him as the best fit to lead the movement. He will use his popularity and influence to lead the campaign drive against unbranded oil within his circle and culture.”