BOATS MISHAPS: PRESIDENT TINUBU CONSOLES WITH VICTIMS’S FAMILY IN NIGER AND ADAMAWA STATES 12-09-23
By Sadiq Aminu President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the families of the victims that 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.
While expressing solidarity with the governments and people of Niger and Adamawa States as they swiftly mobilized emergency response teams and volunteers to provide immediate assistance to those affected by the incidents, the President wishes a most speedy recovery to those who were injured.
According to a statement, President Tinubu demands a thorough and comprehensive investigation into the recurring spate of boat incidents across the nation.
The President directs 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.
President Tinubu underscores his commitment to holding government agencies accountable for any regulatory or safety lapses and further instructs a comprehensive review of safety measures and a strict enforcement of existing laws on boating activities in the country.
Signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the statement says President assures the affected families and communities of government’s continued support, and his commitment to the prevention of such tragic incidents from occurring in the future.