Anambra boat mishap: Buhari orders NEMA, others to rescue victims

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By Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

President Muhammadu Buhari, Sunday, expressed sadness over the boat accident in Anambra State, in which dozens of people were killed.

The boat reportedly carrying 85 persons capsized following rising floods in Ogbaru area of the state, with emergency bodies confirming a death toll of 76.

As more details are awaited, the President has directed all other rescue and relief agencies to rush to the site of the accident.

Following the tragedy, the Nigerian Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) have embarked on rescue and recovery missions expeditiously.

He also directed the relevant agencies of government to check the safety protocols on these transport ferries to make sure such incidents are avoided in the future.

The President said he was saddened by the boat accident and directed that all possible efforts be made to account for all the passengers.

“I pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased and for everyone’s safety, as well as the well-being of the family members of the victims of this tragic accident,” said Buhari.