A tragic incident occurred in northern Nigeria when a boat, carrying around 200 passengers, capsized in the Niger River. As of now, 100 people have been confirmed dead, with the majority of the victims being women. The boat was en route from Kogi state to the neighboring Niger state when the disaster struck. Ibrahim, a representative from the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, confirmed that several individuals are still missing.
Authorities suggest that overcrowding on the boat, despite insufficient space, played a significant role in the tragedy. Additionally, the lack of life jackets and adequate safety measures are being cited as contributing factors. The incident took place early this morning as the boat was heading to a food market in Niger state. Seven of the missing have been confirmed dead. Local divers have been working tirelessly to rescue the remaining passengers, and rescue operations are still ongoing.