Benue Boat Mishap: Families grieve as search for missing victims continues
Families of passengers who were declared missing after the boat mishap at the Buruku crossing point of River Benue in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State have continued to mourn their loved ones, as rescue efforts intensify. The ill-fated wooden boat was conveying passengers returning from a burial ceremony in Logo LGA across the […]
Families in Benue State are mourning the loss of loved ones following a tragic boat accident on the River Benue. A wooden vessel carrying passengers returning from a burial ceremony capsized on Saturday, resulting in the disappearance of several individuals. Nathaniel Apaa, whose two younger brothers are still missing, recounted the harrowing incident.
He confirmed that while two women and his two brothers were initially recovered, one brother remains missing as of Monday morning. The victims were members of the Okada Riders Association in Gboko, traveling to Logo to attend a colleague's burial. The boat, which also carried 38 motorcycles, encountered engine trouble before capsizing.
Benue State Emergency Management Agency (Benue-SEMA) reported four deaths and 125 rescues, with over nine others still missing. Search and rescue operations continue, employing divers and engaging survivors, relatives, and community leaders to gather crucial information. Authorities urge passengers to wear life jackets and follow safety protocols to prevent future tragedies.
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