Nigeria: Fast Foods Major Cause of Obesity in Nigeria, Says Nutritionist

Tunde Ajobo, a nutritionist, on Wednesday in Ibadan warned against excessive consumption of junk or fast foods as they are the major causes of obesity in Nigeria.

Mr. Ajobo, who is the Head of Dietetic Department, University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, gave the warning while making a presentation at a quarterly seminar, organised by the department.

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