Bukola Afeni
The Ogun state Government said no fewer than 8 persons have died, and 12 others in critical condition after consuming alcoholic drinks in some parts of Ogun State.
The Ogun State Government made the disclosure in a statement on Sunday.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Tomi Coker , disclosed that there were reports of 11 cases of severe illnesses and eight deaths directly linked to the consumption of
“We are warning people of the state to be wary of the serious risks associated with consuming locally brewed alcoholic drinks and other products not approved by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC.
” The state government had swung into action to raise awareness and sensitise the public to the serious risks associated with consuming locally brewed alcoholic drinks and other products not approved by NAFDAC”, she said.
The special adviser said the strange occurrence happened in two Local Government Areas in the state, which are Ijebu North East and Odogbolu.
The statement reads: “It is of utmost importance to only consume products that have been officially approved and certified by NAFDAC.
“The unauthorised production and distribution of alcoholic beverages and other consumable items pose significant health risks as they are often manufactured in unregulated as well as unhygienic conditions, making them potential breeding grounds for harmful substances and toxins.
“Such substances can lead to severe health complications and, in some cases, fatal outcomes, as evidenced by the recent incidents in Ijebu-North East and Odogbolu LGAs.
“We hereby urge the public to report any suspicious locally brewed alcoholic drink to the appropriate authorities or NAFDAC”
She, however, advised the public to exercise extreme caution and refrain from consuming drinks from unverified sources, while the investigation is ongoing.
