{
  "id": 6606553,
  "title": "Ondo warns against consumption of uncertified herbal concoctions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/ondo-warns-against-consumption-of-uncertified-herbal-concoctions",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T16:04:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/ondo-warns-against-consumption-of-uncertified-herbal-concoctions/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ondo State Government has cautioned citizens against consuming uncertified herbal concoctions and unapproved substances, following a recent incident in Odigbo Local Government Area that resulted in fatalities. In a statement, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, emphasized the importance of prioritizing people's safety, health, and wellbeing. He urged residents to exercise caution, avoid substances of doubtful origin, and stop the production, sale, and distribution of uncertified products immediately. The government also warned against drug abuse and the unauthorised use of potentially harmful substances, advising citizens to obtain medicines from authorised outlets and seek professional medical advice. The Odigbo incident is under investigation to determine the cause of the deaths, and the government promises to take necessary measures to ensure public safety and prevent future occurrences.",
  "summary": "Ondo State Government warns residents against consuming uncertified herbal concoctions following recent deaths. Learn why you should avoid these products. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-warns-against-consumption-of-uncertified-herbal-concoctions/",
  "key_points": [
    "Ondo State warns against uncertified herbal concoctions.",
    "Nine deaths in Odigbo Local Government Area linked to substances.",
    "Government urges caution, seeks professional medical advice."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Ondo warns against consumption of uncertified herbal concoctions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/ondo-warns-against-consumption-of-uncertified-herbal-concoctions-6609341",
        "published": "2026-09-10T16:30:29.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}