Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho of Kogi East urges authorities to implement safety measures after a tragic boat capsize involving approximately 200 market women traveling from Kogi State to Niger State.
Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho of Kogi East has expressed deep concern over the perilous state of the Kogi and Niger waterways, following a tragic incident involving approximately 200 market women who were traveling from Kogi State to Niger State . The boat carrying these women capsized on the River Niger, leading to a series of fatalities. Echocho urged the relevant authorities to implement strict safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
He extended his condolences to the families of the victims and highlighted the need for better regulation, improved infrastructure, and enforcement of safety protocols
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