Over 100 Missing After Boat Capsizes in Nigeria's Niger State

An overloaded vessel carrying around 300 people overturned on the Niger River, leading to a major rescue operation.

The incident occurred as the boat was returning from a religious festival and was carrying mostly women and children.
At least 150 people have been rescued, while search efforts continue for over 100 missing passengers.
Authorities have recovered approximately 60 bodies, with local divers and volunteers assisting in the ongoing rescue operations.
The boat, with a capacity of 100, was overloaded with nearly 300 passengers, which likely contributed to the disaster.
This marks the fourth major boat accident in northern Nigeria since mid-2023, highlighting regulatory failures and safety concerns.