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The Digest:

The community in Gombe State is in mourning after five teenagers lost their lives in a tragic boat mishap on the Nafada River. The incident occurred on Saturday when the boat, ferrying passengers to a village market, capsized, claiming the lives of the young victims, all aged between 15 and 18, and prompting a call for stricter water safety measures.

Key Points:
  • Five teenagers died after a boat capsized on the Nafada River in Gombe State.
  • The victims, aged 15 to 18, were traveling to a village market on Saturday.
  • Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, described the incident as heartbreaking.
  • He has directed the State Emergency Management Agency to support the bereaved families.
  • The governor called for intensified safety protocols for water transportation.
  • The community and local government have been urged to enhance safety awareness.
  • The victims have been identified, and their families are receiving condolences.
This devastating event casts a shadow over a community, a stark reminder of the fragile nature of life and the urgent need to navigate the inherent storms of daily travel with greater caution and protection.

Sources: Daily Trust