Tragedy struck in Niger State on Sunday after a boat capsized in the Mokwa area of the state.
The exact number of people onboard the boat and the cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed as at the time of filing this report.
Speaking to the incident to Channels Television through a telephone call, the Chairman of Mokwa Local Government, Jibrim Muregi, confirmed the incident, saying rescue efforts are ongoing.
He confirmed that 21 dead bodies were recovered, adding that three community members of Gbajibo, Ekwa and Yankeiade were also affected.
