Some Lagos residents were seen rushing to the scene after a 33,000-litre tanker carrying groundnut oil overturned in Ojota, towards the Ikorodu Bridge, with many arriving with buckets, jerrycans, bowls, and other containers to scoop the oil spilling onto the ground.
In the video, several people can be seen standing with their feet submerged in the flowing oil as they struggle to collect as much as possible. The footage has sparked mixed reactions, with many expressing concerns about the hygiene and safety of consuming oil collected under such conditions.
While some view the incident as a reflection of poverty and the harsh economic situation, others have raised concerns about the possible health risks associated with using the recovered oil.
However, beyond the sight of residents scooping the spilled oil, another concern stands out: the possibility that some of the collected oil could find its way into local markets and be sold to unsuspecting consumers.
Well, I fear that delicious meal you eat at Mama Put might have been cooked with this oil. Who knows? Watch the video and share your thoughts in the comments!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaexpoWwDdU?si=FQE7UW53ji5_GO4C
