- Her response followed a disturbing video that surfaced on social media, showing her tearing open a sachet drink, taking a sip, and then giving some to a baby believed to be just a few months old.
The woman at the centre of a viral video that sparked outrage online has come out to debunk claims that she gave her baby an alcoholic drink.
Reacting to the backlash, she stated, “That thing is Coke, not Action Bitters,” insisting that the drink was harmless and not what people assumed.
Her response followed a disturbing video that surfaced on social media, showing her tearing open a sachet drink, taking a sip, and then giving some to a baby believed to be just a few months old.
Many viewers identified the sachet as a brand of alcoholic herbal bitters, leading to widespread condemnation and calls for her arrest.
The video quickly went viral, with Nigerians across various platforms expressing concern for the child’s safety and anger over what many saw as clear child endangerment. Despite her claims that the drink was Coca-Cola, social media users pointed out the packaging and consistency of the liquid, arguing that it resembled a popular brand of bitters.
Recall that GISTLOVER reported that in response to the public outcry, the Nigeria Police Force confirmed that it had launched an investigation and is working to identify and locate the woman involved. Authorities urged the public to share any useful information and assured that the matter is being treated with urgency.
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