Bayelsa boat accident: NIWA condoles victims’ families
The National Inland Waterways Authority has expressed condolences to the families affected by the boat accident that occurred on Wednesday, near the Ezetu 1 community in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
The incident, caused by an engine explosion, resulted in the loss of several lives among passengers and crew members.
This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Acting General Manager, Corporate Affairs, NIWA, Suleiman Makama, and made available to newsmen in the early hours of Friday.
“NIWA stands in solidarity with the Government of Bayelsa State and the bereaved families during this difficult time, and we offer our prayers for the repose of the souls of the departed,” Makama stated.
