The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has confirmed that the boat collision that occurred yesterday evening at Imore on the Lagos waterways, involving two vessels, has left five passengers missing.
As at the time of filing this report, It has not been confirmed whether they are dead or just missing.
According to a Press Release made available to Transport Day by LASWA, one of the ill-fated vessels, “Only God 13” and a wooden boat, collided at approximately 7:00 PM.
“Only God 13,” traveling from Ebutte Ero to Badagry with 15 passengers, collided with a wooden boat carrying 10 passengers from Alakija to Imore.
“Fortunately, all 15 passengers on board “Only God 13” were rescued safely and are waiting at the jetty to collect their goods.
“However, five passengers from the wooden boat sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. Regrettably, five individuals remain unaccounted for, and search and rescue efforts are ongoing.
“In response, LASWA and NIWA officials convened an emergency meeting with Imore community chiefs and the State Marine Officer to coordinate rescue operations and support affected families.
“LASWA, LASEMA, NIWA, Marine Police and Local Operators are working tirelessly to locate the missing individuals and provide assistance to those affected”.
