Almost 50 dead in Nigeria after drinking alcohol suspected to contain methanol
At least 48 people have died and over 100 have been hospitalized in Nigeria after consuming a locally brewed alcoholic drink suspected of being contaminated with methanol. Authorities have arrested 15 individuals as part of an investigation into the production of the toxic substance.
Why it matters
This event underscores the public health risks associated with unregulated alcohol production in rural areas and the need for stricter safety oversight.
An ambulance in Nigeria. At least 48 people have died and more than 100 other people have fallen ill after consuming the drink in Ondo’s Odigbo and Irele local government areas in recent days./Getty Images An ambulance in Nigeria. At least 48 people have died and more than 100 other people have fallen ill after consuming the drink in Ondo’s Odigbo and Irele local government areas in recent days./Getty Images Nigeria Almost 50 dead in Nigeria after drinking alcohol suspected to contain methanol Drinking locally made alcohol is common in Nigeria, especially in rural areas where it is more affordable and poorly regulated
Prefer the Guardian on Google 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, officials said on Thursday.
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