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John Mututho Claims Nearly All Kenyans Are Consuming Counterfeit Alcohol: "I Sympathise with Ladies"


Published on 2025-02-23 00:04:15 - Tuko
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  • John Mututho warned that 85% of Kenyans consume counterfeit alcohol, equating expensive wines to cheap brews. His remarks spark debate on the safety of local liquor.

John Mututho, the former National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) chairman, has raised concerns about the widespread consumption of counterfeit alcohol in Kenya. In an interview, he highlighted the severe health risks associated with these fake spirits, particularly sympathizing with women who might unknowingly consume them. Mututho pointed out that the counterfeit alcohol market is thriving due to inadequate regulation and enforcement, leading to numerous health issues and even deaths. He called for stricter measures to curb this dangerous trend, emphasizing the need for public awareness and better regulatory controls to protect consumers from the lethal effects of these illicit brews.

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