Dozen killed by moonshine.

Nigeria - Delta state Nigeria dozen of people are dying of poisoning from possibly home-brewed alcohol, in southern Nigeria since after they banned moonshine Sixty-eight people have died since May 31, Health Ministry told The press.
         Thirty-eight had died before officials on Tuesday banned the distillation and consumption of the brew, called ogogoro or home-made gin. It is made from the sap of palm trees, just like palm wine, but usually is adulterated with ethanol that can raise alcohol levels to as much as 60 percent. Health ministry officials say hundreds of people are killed by such brews every year. The first reported deaths in the latest rash started with a celebration at a restaurant known for its dog meat stew, the officials said. Restaurant owner Mr  Friday Dickson said the poisoned brew was brought by a client from a neighboring state.  Victims suffer vomiting, stomach cramps, blurred vision, headaches and dizziness before losing consciousness.