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Herbal drinks: Ondo death toll rises to 27 as govt begins crackdown
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The death toll from consuming suspected herbal drinks in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State has risen to 27.
The state government has begun a crackdown on the sale of herbal drinks and other unapproved substances in the affected communities.
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- 24 initial deaths recorded in Araromi Obu and Odigbo town
- 27 deaths reported in Odigbo Local Government Area
- Residents of Araromi Obu and Odigbo town fell ill after consuming suspected herbal drinks
- Initial death toll was 24
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What's Next
Expected Outcomes
- Further investigation and crackdown on unapproved substances
Why It Matters
Public health and safety concerns in Ondo State
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- Sep 11Punch Newspapers: The death toll from consuming suspected Ondo herbal drinks has risen to 27 in Odigbo LGA. The state government has begun a crackdown on unap
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