فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Statements attributed to a source within the National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA) have sparked widespread controversy, after claiming that unlicensed dairy products may pose a serious threat to public health — particularly those sold on the streets and in traditional markets. Meanwhile, ONSSA has yet to issue an official statement either confirming or denying the remarks.
Unverified Warning Against Consuming Unlicensed Milk
The source allegedly speaking on behalf of ONSSA, as quoted by several news websites, stressed that dairy products lacking official authorization numbers are not subject to any safety controls and could carry dangerous diseases. The source urged consumers to avoid such products and instead rely solely on milk and dairy derivatives produced in licensed facilities that bear clear labeling on the packaging.
Absence of an Official Statement Raises Speculation
Despite the importance and severity of the claims from a public health standpoint, no official data or statement has been posted on ONSSA’s official website or social media pages. This has raised questions about the authenticity of the claims, with some observers viewing them as an unverified warning that places the institution under increased accountability.
Implied Accusations of Negligence in Monitoring the Informal Sector
If these statements are confirmed, they represent an implicit admission from within ONSSA of a lack of oversight in the vast, informal dairy market. Observers see this as a clear failure by the institution to fulfill its core mandate of protecting citizens’ health, criticizing what appears to be an attempt to shift responsibility to consumers rather than ensuring robust market regulation.
Public Awaits Clear Position from ONSSA
Amid conflicting information and growing public concern, there is an urgent need for an official statement from ONSSA to clarify its stance, define the actual level of risk (if any), and outline concrete measures to safeguard Moroccan consumers from unregulated milk products sold daily across cities nationwide.
