{
  "id": 15897370,
  "title": "Ministry coordinates search for missing canoe and seven fishers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/ministry-coordinates-search-for-missing-canoe-and-seven-fishers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-21T13:36:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/ministry-coordinates-search-for-missing-canoe-and-seven-fishers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture is deeply concerned about the missing fishing canoe, named Second Chance, and its seven crew members who have been absent since October 9, 2026. The vessel was reported to have set sail from Sekondi Fishing Harbour for a fishing trip offshore to Axim, yet has yet to return. A press statement released by the Ministry on October 21 detailed that they are collaborating with various authorities and local fishing communities to aid the ongoing search and rescue mission. These agencies range from the Fisheries Commission, Ghana Navy, Ghana Maritime Authority, to Marine Police.\n\nThe Ministry has made a heartfelt appeal to fishing vessels and coastal communities, especially those along the eastern coastline, to stay alert and report any information that may assist in locating the missing canoe and its crew. \"Our thoughts are with the families of the missing fishers during this trying period,\" the statement read. \"Every effort must be made to locate the seven crew members and bring them home safely.\"\n\nThe Ministry has also reiterated their dedication to improving sea safety, emergency communication, and coordinated maritime search and rescue operations to better safeguard fishers throughout the country.",
  "summary": "The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture has expressed concern over the disappearance of a fishing canoe, Second Chance, and its seven crew members who have been missing since October 9, 2026. The canoe reportedly departed the Sekondi Fishing Harbour for a fishing expedition offshore Axim but has since failed to return. In a press statement […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}