The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced a ban on methyl bromide as a pest control fumigant.
NAFDAC said the fumigant was toxic and dangerous to human health.
The Agency also informed that methyl could cause incalculable damage to the nervous system as it is readily absorbed through the lungs of humans and most problems occur as a result of inhalation.
NAFDAC said it was presently carrying out surveillance aimed at identifying importers of the dangerous pesticide for sanction.
It advised farmers and importers and dealers in agricultural inputs to desist from using methyl bromide, urging them to contact the closest NAFDAC office for safer alternatives.