# Suspected mass poisoning in Ondo State

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/suspected-mass-poisoning-in-ondo-state
> Updated: 2026-09-12T04:43:36.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 3.

Authorities in Ondo State, Nigeria, are investigating a suspected mass poisoning incident in the Odigbo Local Government Area. Reports indicate that residents died following the consumption of herbal liquids or locally produced alcoholic drinks, primarily in Odigbo town and Araromi Obu.

Health Commissioner Dr Banji Ajaka has confirmed 29 deaths linked to the suspected poisoning. The government has identified 60 suspected cases, with 27 individuals under medical observation and three receiving hospital treatment. The victims are predominantly male, with 95 per cent aged between 16 and 55. Reported symptoms include headaches, body pain, weakness, impaired vision, difficulty breathing, and altered consciousness.

The illnesses appear to be linked to the consumption of herbal alcoholic drinks in several communities, including Orita Odigbo, Araromi-Obu, Newtown, Odole, Okele, and Oniparaga. Authorities have collected 36 blood and urine samples, along with samples of the suspected products, for toxicological examination.

In response, the Odigbo Local Government Chairman and the Ondo State Government have implemented a temporary prohibition on the production, sale, and consumption of locally brewed alcoholic drinks and herbal alcoholic beverages within the area. Investigations are ongoing in partnership with security and regulatory agencies, and several suspects have been arrested.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Ondo State reports 29 deaths from suspected alcohol poisoning

At least 29 people have died in Ondo State, Nigeria, due to suspected poisoning from toxic alcoholic substances, prompting a temporary ban on local alcoholic drink production in Odigbo.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ondo-state-reports-29-deaths-from-suspected-alcohol-poisoning

### 2026-09-09: Ondo State investigates suspected poisoning deaths in Odigbo

At least 30 people have died and dozens more are hospitalized in Ondo State, Nigeria, after consuming suspected poisonous herbal drinks or unregulated local alcohol.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ondo-state-reports-24-deaths-after-consumption-of-herbal-drinks

### 2026-08-22: Kogi State investigates deaths of four family members after eating amala

Kogi State authorities are investigating the deaths of four children and a dog in Ihima, Okehi LGA, following the suspected consumption of contaminated amala and okra soup.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kogi-state-investigates-deaths-of-four-family-members

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