Kehinde Fajobi
The House of Representatives has called on the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and the Ministry of Transportation to investigate recent boat mishaps across Nigeria.
This resolution followed an urgent motion raised by Honourable Unyime Idem, who highlighted the tragic boat accident in Kogi State involving over 160 passengers.
He noted that only 24 people were rescued, with 54 confirmed dead and several others still missing.
Idem expressed concern over the increasing frequency of boat accidents, describing them as a growing threat to the safety of Nigeria’s waterways.
He emphasised the need for immediate action to prevent further tragedies.
The House also urged the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to strictly enforce safety regulations and ensure adherence to international maritime standards.