37 people drowned in Nigeria ferry accident
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[Regnum] At least 37 people have drowned in a ferry accident in southwestern Nigeria. This was reported by The Guardian.
The tragedy occurred near Gbajigbo in Kwara State. According to available information, the vessel sank due to overload. Search and rescue operations are underway at the scene.
Eyewitness and survivor Salisu Danladi, who claimed to have swum to shore, said the tragedy happened three nights ago as they were returning from Niger State.
"I thank God that I survived, but the truth is that there were too many of us on the boat. We were desperate to get home because the day was long gone. It was that day that I realized the benefit of my swimming skills," he said.
Posted by: badanov 2025-05-19 |