Dozens dead after boat capsizes in north-western Nigeria

At least 46 people have died after a boat capsized in Gorau, Sokoto state, north-western Nigeria. The boat was reportedly carrying over 70 people, predominantly children, who were believed to be traveling to work on a rice harvest. As of Thursday, 46 bodies had been recovered, 16 people were found safe, and 15 remain missing. Security agencies and emergency services are conducting a search operation in the remote and difficult-to-access area.

Dozens of people have died after a boat capsized on a river in Sokoto state, northwestern Nigeria. Residents report that at least 46 bodies have been recovered, with rescue operations ongoing. The boat was reportedly carrying workers, likely heading to farms in Gorau town. Authorities have not yet confirmed an official death toll, but witnesses saw approximately 50 bodies prepared for burial. Local officials stated that rescue efforts are underway and that information is still being collected. The incident has deeply affected the community, with many households impacted.

A boat carrying people to work on farms capsized Thursday in a river in Nigeria’s northwestern Sokoto state, resulting in at least 47 deaths. The incident occurred in Gorau town within the Goronyo local government area. Officials and residents confirmed the fatalities, with the Sokoto state manager for the National Inland Waterways Authority stating the death toll was 47 "so far." Many of the victims were women and children, who often work on farms during the rainy season. Deadly boat accidents are a recurring issue in Nigeria, frequently attributed to a lack of safety regulation enforcement.