James Abraham, JosThere is fear in Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, over the alleged existence of poisoned grains reported to be in circulation in the area and other parts of the state. Already, no fewer than 12 residents of the community had been taken to various clinics in the locality. Some of the affected residents were said to have fainted before they were placed on treatment after they allegedly consumed the grains. “What happened was that the affected residents actually bought the grains (millet) from Makera market in the community. “So, after using it to prepare their local food, a lot of them started vomiting blood.

Source: Punch November 24, 2020 05:37 UTC