NMA Warns of Rising Liver, Kidney Diseases in Ondo Youths

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Ondo State chapter, has expressed alarm over the increasing prevalence of liver cirrhosis and kidney diseases among young people, attributing this trend to the consumption of counterfeit and adulterated beverages. Dr Roland Arohunmolase, the NMA Chairman in Ondo State, spoke with journalists in Akure, emphasizing that young individuals, particularly those aged 15 to 30, are developing serious health conditions typically associated with older age groups.

He noted that while definitive figures on recent cases are not available due to ongoing investigations, there is a concerning rise in these diseases among youths. Arohunmolase highlighted previous incidents of suspected adulterated drinks in Odigbo and Irele, which resulted in reported deaths, underscoring the urgency for the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and other relevant authorities to take immediate action against fake alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to safeguard public health.