There is growing worry in Ghana about chemicals being used to change food.

Fruits are sometimes treated to ripen faster than they naturally would.

Vegetables are also reported to be polished with chemicals.

These practices raise serious questions about the safety of what people are eating.

The use of these substances can harm public health.

Officials are investigating the extent of this problem.

Protecting consumers from unsafe food is a priority.

Further information will be released as investigations continue.