Rescue teams in northwestern Nigeria are scrambling to find survivors after a boat capsized with dozens of people on board Monday. The incident, which occurred on July 20, 2026, has left many feared dead, according to local authorities. Search operations are ongoing, but officials have not yet confirmed the total number of passengers or casualties. Boat accidents are common in Nigeria’s inland waterways, often due to overcrowding and lack of safety equipment. This latest tragedy has renewed calls for stricter safety regulations.
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