Tragic Boat Capsize in Nigeria: 27 Dead, Over 100 Missing

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Tragedy struck late Thursday as a boat carrying nearly two hundred traders capsized on the Niger River. At least twenty-seven deaths have been confirmed, with over one hundred passengers still missing, according to local emergency management. The boat was en route to a weekly market in Niger state when the accident occurred. Rescue operations are ongoing, but the lack of life jackets and the boat's overloading have exacerbated the danger. This incident echoes a similar tragedy from May 2021, highlighting the persistent issues of overcrowded boats in remote areas of Nigeria. Stay tuned for updates on this heartbreaking situation.

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