Victor Ezeja
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the boat accident that led to the death of over 100 persons in Kwara State on Wednesday.
Prime Business Africa reports that the boat accident killed over 100 persons who were wedding guests at Egbu village in Patigi Local Government Area of the state.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelAccording to the Kwara Police Command spokesperson, Ajayi Okasanmi, the victims, who were returning from a wedding, met their death when the boat capsized.
President Tinubu in his condolence message contained in a statement signed by the State House Director of Information, Abiodun Oladunjoye, directed the relevant authorities to “unravel the immediate and remote causes” of the accident and to provide immediate relief and assistance to the survivors and families of victims.
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Tinubu said: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the tragic boat accident that claimed the lives of our people in Kwara State.
“That the victims were guests at a wedding ceremony made the unfortunate accident more painful.
“My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the families and friends of victims of the tragic mishap.”
The president sympathized with the government and people of Kwara State over the tragedy and prayed that God would give the bereaved families the fortitude to bear the loss.
He urged the Kwara State Government and relevant Federal Government agencies to look into the circumstances surrounding the boat accident and also promised that his administration would look into the challenges of inland water transportation in the country to ensure the matter of safety and operational standards are strictly adhered to.
“The Kwara State Government and relevant federal agencies should work together to unravel the immediate and remote causes of this unfortunate accident.
“Immediate relief and necessary assistance should also be provided to the survivors and families of victims,”
Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with seven years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication.
