Boat Disaster Claims Dozens in Nigeria | Bermuda News

A boat carrying farm workers and laborers capsized near Gorau in Nigeria’s Sokoto state, killing at least 40—mostly children—and leaving 16 rescued. With over 70 people reportedly on board, the tragedy underscores a deadly pattern of overcrowded, poorly maintained vessels and lax safety enforcement across Nigeria’s waterways. Authorities are racing to assess the scene as families grieve and calls grow for urgent reforms to prevent future disasters. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/38ef3c46f407f2ae