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Another Boat Mishap Hits Sokoto: One Dead, Nine Rescued, 80-Year-Old Woman Missing

Sokoto – The wave of recurring boat mishaps in Sokoto State has once again thrown families into mourning as tragedy struck in Shagari Local Government Area.

Authorities confirmed that one person lost their life in the incident, while nine others were successfully rescued. However, search efforts are still ongoing for an 80-year-old woman who remains missing after the mishap.

Local residents described the accident as another devastating reminder of the dangers faced by riverine communities, many of whom rely on waterways as their primary means of transportation.

Community leaders have called on government and relevant agencies to intensify safety measures, provide life jackets, and ensure proper regulation of water transport to prevent further loss of lives.

This latest tragedy adds to the growing number of boat mishaps recorded across Sokoto in recent months, raising fresh concerns about safety on inland waterways.