The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has confiscated fish that was being processed under unhygienic conditions following a viral video showing individuals handling smoked and salted fish in an unsafe environment.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the Authority said it immediately deployed a rapid response team to the location on Monday, July 27, after becoming aware of the video circulating on social media.
According to the statement, the team, comprising officials from the FDA, the Tema Metropolitan Assembly and the Ghana Police Service, assessed the situation and took the necessary steps to protect public health and safety.
The FDA said the fish exposed to unhygienic conditions were confiscated, while the processors were educated on the health risks associated with poor handling and processing practices.
The Authority noted that similar incidents have occurred in the past and said it has consistently collaborated with relevant institutions to curb such practices and safeguard consumers.
It added that it has an ongoing public education programme to promote safe and hygienic fish processing methods and will engage fish processors and fishmongers in identified coastal districts on proper hygiene practices to prevent a recurrence.
The Food and Drugs Authority urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspected unsafe food handling practices to the appropriate authorities to help protect public health.
