A passenger boat carrying mourners returning from a burial ceremony has reportedly capsized at the Buruku crossing point of the River Katsina-Ala in Benue State. The boat was said to be transporting passengers alongside about 35 motorcycles when it overturned.
Several passengers have reportedly been rescued, while an unspecified number of others are still feared missing as rescue efforts continue at the scene.
The incident was reported by Atume Potential Fanen, who stated in a Facebook post on Saturday that he was reporting directly from the scene. He also appealed to members of the public whose relatives may have travelled through the crossing point to urgently contact them and confirm their safety.
Details of the incident, including the exact number of passengers on board and the number of persons rescued or missing, remain unclear. This report is based on an eyewitness and social media account and has not been independently verified. An official statement from relevant authorities is awaited.
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