Suspected alcohol poisoning in Nigeria's Ondo State kills at least 49 people
Summary
At least 49 people have died and around 100 others are sick in Ondo State, Nigeria, after drinking alcohol suspected to have methanol, a toxic substance. Authorities suspect the local drink "Monkey Shoulder" is involved, and 15 people have been arrested as investigations continue.Key Facts
- The deaths and injuries happened in Ondo State, Nigeria.
- Suspected cause is alcohol containing methanol, which is poisonous.
- The drink involved is called "Monkey Shoulder," a local high-alcohol herbal drink.
- At least 49 people died and about 100 others were injured.
- 15 people have been arrested in connection with this incident.
- Investigations by local authorities are still ongoing.
- Methanol is a harmful chemical sometimes found in fake or contaminated alcohol.
- This is a public health incident affecting a community in Nigeria.
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