A devastating boat accident in Zamfara results in the loss of approximately 40 lives, raising concerns over waterway safety in the region.
On Saturday, it was reported that approximately 40 individuals perished in a boat accident in Gummi town, which serves as the administrative center of Gummi Local Government Area located within Zamfara State.
According to Hassan Dauran, the Director of Emergency at Zamfara State’s Emergency Management Agency (ZEMA), roughly 50 passengers were onboard the boat when it sadly met with a mishap.
According to him, only a small number of individuals were saved at that particular time and sadly, most of the passengers – predominantly women and children – did not survive.
According to an eyewitness, the individuals who passed away were en route to their farms early on Saturday morning when their boat overturned and sank in the river.
According to the witness, 53 farmers, including children, were on board the boat. Unfortunately only twelve individuals survived – among them being the captain of the vessel – while a tragic 41 lost their lives.
Justice Hassan Lawal (retired), the Emir of Gummi, expressed his condolences to the families affected by the unfortunate incident that resulted in loss of lives.
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He labeled the occurrence as highly distressing and appealed to Allah for pardon of those who perished, while also asking for strength on behalf of their bereaved families.
The newest occurrence contributes to the unsightly pattern of nautical mishaps that has resulted in numerous fatalities throughout Nigeria in recent years.
A boat accident in the Ipoki Local Government Area of Ogun State recently claimed two lives as reported only 48 hours ago.
On August 8, a canoe accident in the Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State claimed the lives of five individuals.
Near Nahuce village, the Gamoda River crossing took a tragic turn when the canoe carrying twenty passengers capsized.
A tragic boat accident took place on the Kwalgai River in Auyo Local Government Area of Jigawa State on July 8, resulting in one reported death and rescue of eighteen individuals.
The tragic incident involving a boat that resulted in the death of Nollywood actor Junior Pope Odonwodo and other crew members cannot be overlooked. The accident occurred in April as they were leaving a movie set, causing great sorrow throughout Nigeria’s entertainment community.
