₦airaland Forum

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has extended heartfelt condolences to the families of victims affected by the recent tragic boat accident on the River Niger, which claimed numerous lives. The mishap involved traders traveling from Kogi State to the Katcha weekly market in Niger State.

In a statement issued by Hon. Ismaila Isah, the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Ododo described the accident as a “heartbreaking and unfortunate tragedy.” He visited the accident site to offer solidarity and support to the grieving families and those affected.

Many of the victims were women, petty traders, and artisans, engaged in lawful economic activities to sustain their families and contribute to the state’s economy.

Governor Ododo emphasized the urgency of addressing safety concerns on the waterways connecting Kogi and Niger States, which have been marred by recurring accidents. He urged authorities to intensify efforts to implement safety regulations and minimize risks associated with water transportation in the region.

The Governor commended the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) for its swift response and ongoing search and rescue operations. He called for stronger inter-agency collaboration to enhance safety standards, prevent future incidents, and improve emergency response mechanisms on Nigeria’s waterways.

Expressing a commitment to those affected, Governor Ododo pledged government support for injured victims as they recover. “This tragedy underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures and infrastructural attention on our waterways,” he remarked.

The incident, which occurred near the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the river, has drawn attention to the precarious conditions of water travel in the region, renewing calls for more robust oversight and intervention to safeguard lives and livelihoods.

BluntCrazeMan:
Heyaa..



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Is that Buhari’s Photo hanging there on the wall.??

This picture of Ododo is not recent abbegg.!!


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Sonofgod1990:
D accident happened because of the buhari photo on ododos back. That useless buhari was a disease to this country

ojinuocheibi:
Let him come and carry his igala people from all filling stations and volcanizer shops o, now they are taking over all gates in Abuja here o

Steve0979:
as far as no b thief Dem dey thief no problem. Try get money sef mk u build ur own house so dat dey can work for u poor idiot

ojinuocheibi:
Let him come and carry his igala people from all filling stations and volcanizer shops o, now they are taking over all gates in Abuja here o

GOFRONT:
Rip to the dead.....

Many ways to die.

Now see as bloggers dey use us play.......Dishing out anyhow pictures for us. Even outdated pics of Buhari.

geoworldedu:
RIP to the dead in the boat but no RIP for anyone of them who is an ardent tribalist. May all tribalist rot in the dungeon for all I care.

Now I have been ordained as the CEO of FLOGTRIBALISTS aka Chief Executor of Tribalists. If you talk nonsense against other tribes and we catch you, you will be tormented in our correctional centre's until your late ancestors beg for your freedom. Just talk anyhow and see.

BluntCrazeMan:
Heyaa..



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Is that Buhari’s Photo hanging there on the wall.??

This picture of Ododo is not recent abbegg.!!


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femi4:
The thread isn't about his picture

abobote:
Will your RIP take them to heaven?

Steve0979:
as far as no b thief Dem dey thief no problem. Try get money sef mk u build ur own house so dat dey can work for u am a poor idiot