A boat carrying hundreds of passengers, primarily women and children, capsized on the River Niger in Nigeria, leading to the deaths of at least 16 people and leaving numerous others missing. The accident occurred as passengers were traveling to celebrate the Muslim festival Mawlid.
A boat carrying passengers from Laos to Myanmar capsized on the Mekong River in the ‘Golden Triangle’ region, leaving at least 20 people missing and presumed dead. The incident occurred due to strong currents and engine failure. The missing individuals are primarily from the Wa region in Myanmar, and investigations are ongoing with Laotian authorities.
A boat accident in southern Nigeria has resulted in the deaths of at least 20 people, with emergency workers still searching for others. The incident, which occurred early Wednesday, involved a ferry carrying over 100 market merchants. The Nigerian waterways authority attributes the accident to an engine explosion, while the state governor has called for stricter safety regulations.
