Many Feared Dead as Boat Capsizes in Niger

Many feared dead as boat capsizes in Niger

The boat operator and a few passengers were rescued, with one currently receiving treatment at the General Hospital in Kuta. The post Many feared dead as boat capsizes in Niger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Family loses 10 members as Boat capsizes in Niger

No fewer than 25 persons, including a family of 10, have lost their lives in a boat mishap in Shiroro Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. The incident reportedly happened around 2pm on Saturday when the victims were going to Zumba weekly market. The Sarkin Ruwa Zumba, Umar Isah, estimated the number casualties to be about 25. Isah said the victims were traveling from Guni in Munya LGA to Zumba weekly market in Shiroro LGA when the boat c…

Many feared dead as boat capsizes in Shiroro, Niger State

By MARY RONKE, Minna– Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) has reported a tragic boat accident in Gunu The post Many feared dead as boat capsizes in Shiroro, Niger State appeared first on National Accord Newspaper.

Boat Mishap: Several Traders Feared Dead In Niger

An unspecified number of traders are feared dead following a boat mishap near Zumba in the Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when a wooden passenger boat carrying about 100 people struck a submerged tree trunk and capsized.