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Tragedy On Water: Gov Abdulrazaq Breaks Silence On Devastating Kwara Boat Mishap
The governor made the appeal in a condolence message to the families of victims involved in the Gbajibo boat accident, which claimed the lives of at least 37 traders from Niger State en route to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara on Thursday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also extended heartfelt sympathies to the Niger State government over the heartbreaking incident.
Describing the tragedy as both painful and unacceptable, Governor AbdulRazaq lamented the persistent disregard for safety measures—particularly the failure to use life-saving equipment provided by the government.
In a statement issued in Ilorin on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor offered prayers for the peaceful repose of the victims’ souls.
The fatal mishap was reportedly caused by a combination of overloading and harsh weather conditions, in clear violation of existing regulations mandating life jacket usage and prohibiting night-time travel.
