Nigeria, Nov. 9 -- The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), in collaboration with Resolve to Save Lives (RTSL), has trained regulatory, academic, and state environment officials on the safe and effective use of X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) analysers.

XRF is a portable device used to detect lead content in products, including paints, toys, and cosmetics.

The two-day capacity-building workshop, held at SON's Lagos office from 5 to 6 November, brought together 35 participants from government agencies, universities, and private laboratories.

The training is part of a nationwide effort to strengthen Nigeria's ability to identify and eliminate sources of lead exposure.

Speaking at the event, the Deputy Director of Laboratory Services and He...