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48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say

At least 48 people have died after consuming a locally brewed alcoholic drink in southern Nigeria, sparking a major public health crisis. Officials report that about 100 others are receiving hospital treatment. The outbreak struck the Odigbo and Irele local government areas in Ondo State. Health authorities estimate that 182 individuals have been affected overall. […]

48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say

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