Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has described the boat capsize accident that led to the death of some passengers in Niger State as a tragedy at a challenging time.
Naija News reported that according to Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), the boat which was sailing from Kogi State to Katcha Market in Niger capsized along the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the River Niger.
In his condolence message on his X handle, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, prayed for the eternal rest of the dead ones.
It read: Today (Saturday), while travelling to Yola in Adamawa state to deliver the keynote address at the 16th Founder’s Day Lecture, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), I received the very sad news of a tragic boat mishap. The incident occurred yesterday along the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the River Niger, resulting in the loss of many lives. 
“Reports indicate that the boat was carrying approximately 200 individuals, mainly market women and local farmers, transporting their produce to the market.
“My heart goes out to the families affected by this tragedy. These are already challenging times, and the loss of loved ones only deepens the pain. My sincere prayers are with you all.
“I also extend my deepest condolences to the government and people of Niger State. May God grant you, and all of us, the strength to endure this profound loss, and may He grant eternal rest to the departed souls.”
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