Dozen People Feared Dead In Lagos Boat Mishap

Author:
channelsweb
Publisher:
Channels Television
Publication Date:
13 March 2014
Tags:
Nigeria, Transport and Shipping

Twelve persons have been confirmed dead and six others rescued after a boat capsized on Tuesday night in Lagos, according to emergency rescue officials. The incident occurred at the 4th Avenue, opposite 41 Road in Festac at about 7:30pm.

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