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The Digest:

A tragic voyage. A boat mishap in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State has resulted in the death of 29 people. The vessel, which was carrying 90 passengers, reportedly capsized after colliding with a tree stump.

Key Points:
  • A boat carrying 90 passengers on a condolence visit capsized on September 2.
  • The incident was attributed to hitting a tree stump and suspected overloading.
  • 29 bodies have been recovered from the water.
  • 50 people were rescued alive by the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA).
  • Search operations are ongoing for two individuals who are still missing.
The tragic accident highlights the persistent risks of water transport in the region. Local authorities continue their search and rescue efforts to locate the two missing individuals.

Source: Daily Post