Council Establishes Centre For Data On Agrochemicals, Others

“The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) launched a Toxicology Information Centre (TIC) at the African University of Science and Technology in Abuja, following WHO guidelines. The TIC aims to address chemical-related exposures in agriculture and raw material activities. Prof. Hussaini D. Ibrahim emphasized its role in monitoring environmental effects, reducing poisoning incidents, and improving Nigeria’s response to chemical-related public health events. Source: Daily Trust

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The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has launched a Toxicology Information Centre (TIC) at the African University of Science and Technology (AUST) in Abuja, aligning with World Health Organization guidelines. The TIC aims to provide crucial toxicology information and collect data to address chemical-related exposures in raw material activities. Prof. Hussaini D. Ibrahim, the Council’s director-general, emphasized the risks of chemical use in agriculture and the need for environmental monitoring. The TIC will significantly reduce poisoning incidents and enhance Nigeria’s capacity to handle chemical-related public health events.”