President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the families of the victims who lost their lives in the recent boat mishaps in Mokwa Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State and Gurin village, in Fufore LGA of Adamawa State.
The accidents claimed many lives, including several children.
President Tinubu in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, demanded a thorough investigation into the recurring tragedy of fatal boat incidents across the nation.
The President wished the injured victims a speedy recovery as well as commended the governments and people of Niger and Adamawa States for the quick mobilization of emergency response teams and volunteers for immediate assistance to those affected by the incidents.
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Tinubu further directed various government agencies, including law enforcement, maritime safety, and transportation safety authorities to collaborate closely in identifying the root causes of the unfortunate and preventable disasters.
He expressed his commitment to holding government agencies accountable for any regulatory or safety lapses and further instructed a comprehensive review of safety measures and strict enforcement of existing laws on boating activities in the country.
President Tinubu also assured 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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