President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into recurring boat accidents in the country.
The president gave the order to maritime safety authorities following two recent boat accidents in Adamawa and Niger states that claimed many lives.Before that, eight persons died, and seven others were declared missing in a boat mishap at Njuwa lake in Rugange village, Yola south LGA of Adamawa.While condoling with the families of the deceased, Tinubu wished those who were injured in the incidents a speedy recovery.
“The President directs various government agencies, including law enforcement, maritime safety and transportation safety authorities to collaborate closely in identifying the root causes of these unfortunate and preventable disasters,” Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesperson, said in a statement on Tuesday.
“President Tinubu underscores his commitment to holding government agencies accountable for any regulatory or safety lapses and further instructs a comprehensive review of safety measures and a strict enforcement of existing laws on boating activities in the country.“The President assures the affected families and communities of the government’s continued support and his commitment to the prevention of such tragic incidents from occurring in the future.
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