By: Mandy Park A new report by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has exposed the tactics used by food corporations to promote ultra-processed foods in Nigeria, contributing to the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The report, “Junk on Our Plates,” highlights how corporations employ aggressive marketing strategies, cultural co-optation, and celebrity endorsements to target children, youth, and low-income communities. These tactics have entrenched unhealthy foods in Nigeria’s food environment, undermining public health policies and straining the healthcare system. Key findings show that Corporations use extensive advertising and pricing…
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