Deadly Brew: Methanol Poisoning in Nigeria's Ondo State Exposes Flawed Regulation At least 49 people have died and over 100 others have been injured in Nigeria's Ondo state due to suspected methanol poisoning from a locally brewed alcoholic beverage.
The tragedy highlights the risks associated with unregulated production methods, which can result in contamination of even seemingly innocuous products.
The investigation centers on "Monkey Shoulder," a popular herbal drink that has been on the market for years.