At Least 54 Dead After Boat Carrying Over 200 Passengers Capsizes in Nigeria

The tragedy on the River Niger highlights ongoing safety concerns, with many still missing and rescue efforts continuing.

A boat carrying over 200 passengers capsized on the River Niger near Kogi state, with at least 54 bodies recovered so far.
Only 24 survivors have been rescued, and hopes of finding additional survivors are fading as divers continue their search.
The boat was transporting market traders, farm laborers, and mostly women to a weekly market in neighboring Niger state.
Authorities suspect the vessel was overloaded, and many passengers were reportedly not wearing life jackets, a recurring issue in such incidents.
This marks the third major boat accident in Nigeria in 60 days, underscoring persistent challenges with overcrowding, poor maintenance, and weak enforcement of safety regulations.