Survivor reveals what caused Sokoto boat crash
A survivor of the Sokoto boat accident that happened on Sunday, August 17, has shared his first-hand account of the tragedy. Husseini Goronyo, who survived, said the accident was caused by the boat carrying too many passengers and motorcycles. He explained that he was heading to Goronyo market when the incident occurred. Husseini said, “I […]
10 rescued, over 40 feared d3ad in Sokoto boat mishap
A passenger boat overturned in Kojiyo Ward, Goronyo Local Government Area, Sokoto State, causing panic as many passengers were feared dead or missing. The boat, carrying dozens of residents across the river, sank in the middle of its journey on Sunday, August 17, 2025. An eyewitness, Abubakar, reported that the accident led to multiple casualties, […]
Tragic Boat Accident in Sokoto Claims Four Lives
On Sunday evening, a devastating boat accident occurred in the Dundaye community of Wamakko Local Government Area, Sokoto State, leading to the tragic loss of four lives. The accident sent shockwaves through the community as local authorities and rescue teams quickly mobilized to respond. A joint effort by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Nigerian […]