Twenty-four of those on board were rescued, some of whom are still in hospital, but dozens of others may be missing. Divers are still searching the waters but hope is fading on the possibility of finding more survivors.

The incident happened in the early hours of Friday when the boat was reportedly travelling from central Nigeria to a weekly market in the neighbouring Niger state. Of those on boa

Over 100 people are missing after a boat capsized on the River Niger while traveling from Kogi State to Niger State. Local divers are working to rescue passengers.

An accident occurred in northern Nigeria where a boat carrying passengers to food markets in neighboring Niger capsized. Onboard were approximately 200 people, mostly women. According to Radio ZET, rescuers have already recovered 27 bodies from the tragedy.

The accident occurred in northern Nigeria where a boat carrying passengers to food markets in neighbouring Niger capsized. Onboard were approximately 200 people, mostly women. According to Radio ZET,