NAFDAC’s latest consumer advisory outlines four critical details every shopper should examine before placing any packaged food item into a shopping basket. Why Food Labels MatterFood labels are more than decorative packaging. According to NAFDAC, food products remain safe only when stored under the conditions specified by manufacturers. Food Safety Remains a National PriorityNigeria’s food industry has witnessed significant growth in recent years, driven by urbanisation, population expansion, increased supermarket penetration, and the rise of processed food consumption. Ultimately, reading food labels is not merely a shopping habit it is an investment in personal wellbeing, family health, and national food safety.