Nearly 50 dead in Nigeria after consuming locally brewed alcohol suspected to contain methanol
At least 48 people have died and about 100 others are receiving treatment in southern Nigeria after drinking locally made alcohol believed to be contaminated with methanol.
At least 48 people have died and about 100 others are receiving treatment in southern Nigeria after consuming a locally brewed alcoholic concoction suspected to contain methanol, according to health officials. Banji Ajaka, Ondo state's commissioner for health, said cases have been reported in the Odigbo and Irele local government areas, with a total of 182 people believed to have been affected.
Locally made alcohol is commonly consumed in Nigeria, particularly in rural areas where it is more affordable and poorly regulated, according to authorities.
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- Almost 50 dead in Nigeria after drinking alcohol suspected to contain methanol — The Guardian — World
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