US EditionBoat accident in Nigeria leaves at least 31 people dead, authorities say
The overloaded boat struck a submerged tree stump, causing it to capsize on the Malale River; 50 survivors were rescued and 60 fatalities confirmed, with rescue efforts ongoing, officials said.
- At least 60 people died in a boat accident in Niger State, Nigeria, where the vessel capsized with over 100 passengers aboard, according to local officials.
- The boat struck a submerged tree stump near Gausawa community, leading to numerous casualties, including at least 31 bodies recovered from the river, confirmed by Sa'adu Inuwa Muhammad.
- The Niger State Emergency Management Agency confirmed that 10 individuals are in serious condition, and two people are still missing after the incident.
- Boat accidents happen frequently in Nigeria due to overcrowding, lax safety measures, and poorly maintained vessels, which is a significant concern, as noted by local officials.
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A boat capsized on a river in north-central Nigeria, killing at least 32 people, according to a new report on Thursday.
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At least sixty people have died in Nigeria when a passenger boat capsized. The accident occurred in the northern state of Niger, not to be confused with the West African country. More than one hundred passengers were on the boat. "At least ten people were found in serious condition, and many more are still being sought," said a local official. Dozens of people have been rescued so far. The vessel had departed Tuesday morning for the town of Dugg…
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