150 feared dead in Nigeria boat mishapp

Boat carrying 100 passengers capsizes in Niger

No fewer than 150 people are feared dead following a boat mishap in Niger State. The tragedy occurred at the Gbajibo community of the Mokwa Local Government Area around 8:30 p.m. on Monday.

The boat, reportedly carrying about 300 passengers, was returning from a Muslim festival when the incident occurred.

As of now, 150 passengers have been rescued, and the rescue operation is still ongoing.

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