A boat with about 100 passengers has capsized in Borgu Local Government area of Niger State.
Confirming the incident, Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) said it received the report of the boat mishap on Monday, January 15, 2024.
NSEMA, in a statement issued by its Director-General, Abdullahi Baba-Arah, said the incident occurred on Monday afternoon.
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Baba-Arah added that the boat took off from Dugga Mashaya in Dugga ward heading towards Wara market in Kebbi State.
He noted that the boat was conveying passengers estimated to be around 100, including goods, grains, and other valuables.
He, however, said the agency was yet to ascertain the number of deaths and survivors.
The NSEMA boss added that search and rescue operations were ongoing by local divers, the agency desk officers, and local government officials.
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