By Ayodele Oni
Ondo State Government has alerted that a dangerous alcoholic mixture now circulating in some parts of the state has claimed life and led to collapse of body organs.
The State Government, in a statement, raised the alarm over the circulation of highly dangerous alcoholic cocktails popularly called “ogogoro mix” across parts of Akure.
It pointed out that the substances have already led to multiple cases of collapse, organ damage and suspected deaths.
A statement, signed by the Chairman of the Ondo State Governor’s Taskforce, Oluwapelumi Babafemi Elemide, cautioned that the drink contains deadly chemical substances which are dangerous to human health.
In a public safety advisory issued by the Governor’s Taskforce, the state explained that the toxic mixtures reportedly contain tramadol, codeine, cannabis extracts and methylated spirit—ingredients that pose severe health risks and can be fatal when consumed.
The Taskforce noted that the rising trend of the concoction among young people has become a major public health concern.
It urged parents, schools, youth organisations and community leaders to immediately caution young persons against consuming the illicit brew.
Residents are also encouraged to report any known distribution points to the nearest police division or directly to the Governor’s Taskforce.
According to the advisory, a joint security and regulatory operation has already been launched to identify and shut down illegal sellers of the toxic cocktail.
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