Event Brief
Canadians warned to avoid methanol-tainted alcohol in Nigeria
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 23, 2026 at 4:10 PM ET
Summary: The Canadian government issued a safety notice after reports of deaths and casualties in Nigeria linked to unregulated, adulterated alcohol containing high levels of methanol. Officials urged Canadians to buy alcohol from reputable establishments and seek medical help if they begin to feel sick.
WHO: Canadian government
WHAT: Issued a safety notice warning Canadians in Nigeria to avoid unregulated alcohol due to methanol contamination.
WHEN: Sep 23, 2026
WHERE: Nigeria
WHY: Deaths and casualties were reported after people consumed unregulated and adulterated alcohol containing high levels of methanol.
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