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Nigeria: Poisonous Drinks - Ondo Govt Confirms 49 Deaths As New Cases Are Recorded in Another Lga

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The Ondo State government in Nigeria has reported 49 deaths linked to the consumption of poisonous drinks. Authorities confirmed that the number of recorded cases has risen significantly, increasing from 60 to 170 as of last Friday. The incident has now expanded to include new cases reported in an additional local government area.

Public health officials are monitoring the situation as the death toll and infection count continue to climb. The government's latest update highlights the growing scale of the crisis, indicating that the impact of the contaminated substances is spreading across the region.

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