Biodun Esan, Ilorin
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has commiserated with the people and government of Benue State on the death of 20 people in the weekend’s boat mishap in Agatu local government area.
Chairman of the Forum, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in a statement on Monday, commended the emergency responders for rescuing 11 of the travellers alive.
“We send our commiserations to His Excellency Governor Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia and the people of the state on the sad incident.
“We beseech God Almighty to repose the souls of those who died in the incident.
“Similarly, we again call on regulatory authorities to step up oversights and enforcements to prevent these recurring incidents,” the NGF Chairman said.
He urged citizens and boat operators to avoid night travels and overloads and adhere to all safety protocols at all times in the larger interest of everyone.
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