IGP Launches Investigation Into Tragic Niger Boat Mishap

Abiola Olawale
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By Abiola Olawale 

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has directed a thorough investigation into the boat mishap in Niger State.

The New Diplomat reports that the incident happened on Friday when a boat capsized in the waters of the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the River Niger, leaving many people dead.

In his reaction to the incident, Egbetokun, in a press statement issued by the Force Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the investigation is to ascertain the cause of the accident.

The police chief, while offering condolences to the families of the victims involved in the incident, reaffirmed the commitment of the police to ensuring the prompt recovery of the missing passengers.

The statement reads in part: “The aim is to identify contributing factors and develop actionable strategies to prevent similar occurrences on the nation’s waterways. This investigation will also provide insights into improving the overall safety and emergency response systems for water transport across the country.

“Resources and operational modalities have been activated to intensify search and rescue efforts.”

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