Kogi family of four, dog die after meal; state launches probe

Tragedy has struck in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, where four members of the same family have died after sharing a meal. Their family dog also succumbed to the same food.

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The Chief Servant is deeply concerned by this tragic incident and has directed the Commissioner for Health to immediately investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths, with particular attention to the possibility of food poisoning or food contamination.

The Kogi State Government has responded by ordering an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, stated that Governor Ahmed Ododo directed the Commissioner for Health to prioritize the probe, focusing on potential food poisoning or contamination.

"The investigation must establish the facts and determine whether the food consumed by the deceased was contaminated or whether any other medical or environmental factor contributed to the deaths," Fanwo quoted the governor. The probe will also examine the dog's death, which is considered a significant development.

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The investigation must establish the facts and determine whether the food consumed by the deceased was contaminated or whether any other medical or environmental factor contributed to the deaths.

Officials are urging the public to remain calm and refrain from speculation until the investigation concludes. The government has pledged to release verified information as it becomes available and has offered condolences to the grieving family.

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The government urges members of the public to remain calm and avoid drawing conclusions about the cause of the deaths until the investigation is concluded and the facts are established by the relevant authorities.