Dozens Killed in Boat Accident in Nigeria

At least 56 people have been killed in a  boat accident in Niger State. The accident might have been caused by the heavy downpour through the day.

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  • Nigeria:   56 Feared Dead in Niger Boat Disaster

    Daily Trust, 18 September 2017

    Fifty-six people are feared to have drowned in a boat mishap on River Kaduna between Galadiman-Kogo and Kwata-Zuma in Shiroro local government area of Niger State. Read more »

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