Two years after Taraba bridge collapse, Namnai river crossing claims another victim
The prolonged neglect of the collapsed Namnai Bridge in Taraba State has reportedly resulted in another tragedy after a vehicle carrying two workers returning from Gassol Local Government Area plunged into a flooded river while attempting to cross by ferry. The incident, as gathered by DAILY POST, occurred when the vehicle conveying the workers, who […] Two years after Taraba bridge collapse,…
Two years have passed since the collapse of the Namnai Bridge in Taraba State, but the situation remains dire as another tragedy unfolded at a river crossing. A vehicle carrying two workers, who were on their way from Gassol Local Government Area to Jalingo for a break, plunged into a flooded river while attempting to cross the alternative route.
The accident occurred due to the high waters and strong currents at the crossing point, making ferry operations increasingly dangerous. Despite one worker being rescued, the second remains missing. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers faced by commuters who have been forced to rely on the precarious river crossings since the bridge's collapse in August 2024.
Residents of the affected communities have expressed frustration over the authorities' failure to restore the vital bridge, accusing politicians of prioritizing political activities over their responsibilities. The latest tragedy has reignited calls for urgent intervention to restore the Namnai Bridge and put an end to the hazardous alternative crossing.
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