Nigeria: Ondo Killer Drink - 49 Dead, 170 Affected - Health Commissioner

The Ondo State government reported that 49 people have died from suspected poisonous alcohol consumption, with 170 others affected. Health Commissioner Dr. Banji Ajaka stated that investigations are ongoing to trace the source of the killer substance, particularly in Irele where eight recent deaths were recorded. Rapid response measures have been implemented in collaboration with various agencies to prevent further spread of this crisis.