Dozens dead after boat capsizes in north-western Nigeria

The incident took place in the country's northwest ​Sokoto state, with many of the victims feared to be children.

Dozens dead after boat capsizes in northwestern Nigeria

Residents say at least 46 bodies already recovered, as rescue operations continue before officials can confirm toll.

Nigeria: Dozens dead after boat capsizes in Sokoto

At least 50 people — many of them reportedly children — have died in a boat accident in northwestern Nigeria.

Dozens dead after boat capsizes in Nigerian river

A boat capsized in a river in Nigeria’s northwestern Sokoto state, leaving dozens dead

By Ibrahim Garba and Mohammed Ibrhaim

At least 50 killed, mostly children, as overloaded boat capsizes in Nigeria

At least 50 people, mostly children, died after an overloaded boat capsized on Thursday in Nigeria’s northwest Sokoto state, witnesses said. The accident took place near Gorau in Goronyo local government area and rescue efforts are continuing, said Abdulkadir Yusuf, an area manager at the National Inland Waterways Authority. A Reuters witness saw 50 bodies, […]

Over 50 Killed As Boat Overturns Minute After Starting Journey In Nigeria

Such accidents are common on Nigeria's busy rivers and waterways, often caused by overloaded boats, poor maintenance or failure to comply with safety regulations.

Overloaded boat capsizes in Nigeria, around 40 children's bodies recovered

The accident occurred on Thursday morning when passengers were heading either to plant or to harvest rice, said Sarkin Daji, a traditional leader in the area.

Overloaded boat capsizes in Nigeria, at least 40 bodies recovered

The boat capsized near Gorau in Sokoto's Goronyo area, with rescue efforts continuing, an official said

By Reuters

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