- Tragic Boat Accident: A speedboat collided with a fishing boat in Bayelsa State, resulting in the deaths of two people – a woman and a girl.
- Location and Time: The accident occurred at the Akede community waterfront in Sagbama Local Government Area around 4:30 pm on Tuesday.
- Cause of Accident: The speedboat was traveling from Anyama Ijaw to the deep creeks of Southern Ijaw when it crashed into the fishing boat.
- Network Challenge: The accident was compounded by a network challenge in the area, which hindered communication and rescue efforts.
- Investigation: The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria in Bayelsa State and the state police command have confirmed the incident, and the speedboat driver is in police custody for questioning.
Tragedy struck in Bayelsa State on Tuesday when a speedboat collided with a fishing boat, resulting in the deaths of two people – a woman and a girl. The accident occurred at the Akede community waterfront in Sagbama Local Government Area around 4:30 pm .
According to eyewitnesses, the speedboat was traveling from Anyama Ijaw to the deep creeks of Southern Ijaw when it crashed into the fishing boat. Unfortunately, the network challenge in the area hindered communication and rescue efforts.
The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria in Bayelsa State and the state police command have confirmed the incident. The speedboat driver is currently in police custody for questioning.
This tragic incident highlights the importance of safety measures and emergency preparedness in water transportation.
