Atiku Bagudu, the governor of Kebbi State, stated on Thursday that six passengers from the boat tragedy that occurred in the state’s Koko/Besse local government area on Tuesday are still missing, even though 14 dead have so far been found.
According to the Governor, who spoke to journalists when he visited the community of Samanaji, a riverside community in the LGA, the boat was carrying about 100 rice farmers when it capsized. The governor added that 80 people were rescued alive while the search for the six missing persons has continued.
“I am here with a top delegation to condole with you over the unfortunate boat mishap,” Bagudu said on the visit to commiserate with the community.
“We pray to God to forgive all who lost their lives and we pray for the recovery of the missing ones,” he said.
Gov. Bagudu, who was accompanied by the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami who is also from Kebbi, warned boat operators to avoid night journeys and overloading, and observe safety measures at all times.
