Four dead, 14 critically ill after suspected herbal poisoning in Benue.
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By Peter Duru, Makurdi At least four persons have reportedly died, while 14 others are receiving treatment in hospital after consuming a suspected poisonous herbal mixture purchased in Oju township, headquarters of Oju Local Government Area of Benue State.
An eyewitness said the incident came to light on Monday, November 2, 2026, after several residents who had purchased and consumed the herbal preparations began experiencing similar symptoms.
According to the eyewitness, the first victim reportedly died on Tuesday morning, while the second died in the early hours of Wednesday. Two others subsequently died on November 4. The source added that more than 14 other persons were receiving treatment, with several reportedly in critical condition. The three men allegedly involved in selling the herbal preparations were reportedly apprehended by the Igede Youth Council in collaboration with the Oju Local Government Area Township Youth leadership and handed over to the police.
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