At least 30 traders, including women, are feared d8ad following a tragic boat accident that occurred on Sunday, August 17 in Kojiyo village, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State
The victims were reportedly on their way to the weekly Goronyo market when the accident occurred.
The boat which capsized around 1.30pm was carrying passengers and goods.
Eyewitness said the boat was overloaded, also transporting motorcycles alongside the traders.
According to local sources, the traders hailed from communities in both Goronyo and neighbouring Gada local government areas.
Confirming the incident, the Chairman of Goronyo LGA, Hon. Zubairu Yari, said four people were rescued alive.
He said the exact number of passengers onboard could not be confirmed, but acknowledged that the boat was overcrowded.
“The traders came from different communities, including Gada LGA, to attend the Sunday market.
“Rescue efforts are ongoing, but the situation is challenging due to heavy water flow from Goronyo Dam, which is being released to prevent overflow,” he said.
He added that appeals have been sent to nearby communities to assist in locating the bodies of the victims, expressing hope that some would be recovered today.
Search and recovery operations are ongoing.
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They have to have taken precaution. It’s raining and the dam is opened
RIP
SAD