- Three people died and seven were rescued after a boat capsized on the Oti River in Dambai.
- The boat was carrying 10 passengers when it suddenly overturned.
- The accident highlights the safety risks on the river after the only ferry broke down.
- Authorities are investigating and considering new safety measures, including a new ferry or bridge.
A tragic boat accident occurred on Tuesday evening on the Oti River in Dambai, resulting in the loss of three lives. The boat, which was carrying 10 passengers, capsized while en route from Dambai to Njari, a farming and fishing community in the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region.
According to eyewitnesses, the boat was traveling with a full capacity of passengers when it suddenly overturned, throwing everyone on board into the water. A rescue operation was immediately launched by the Navy, NADMO, police, and local residents to save the passengers.
Seven people have been rescued from the water, but unfortunately, three others were not so fortunate. The deceased include a man, a woman, and a child. The bodies of the victims are yet to be retrieved from the river, and a joint operation has been launched to recover them.
The Assembly Member for the Dambai Lakeside electoral area stated that efforts are being made to retrieve the bodies. He also expressed concern over the safety of travelers on the river, particularly in light of the recent breakdown of the only ferry on the river.
The breakdown of the ferry has forced travelers to resort to using canoes to cross the river, which has raised concerns about the risk of accidents. Many have called for the provision of another ferry or the construction of a bridge over the Oti River to ensure the safety of travelers.
The Oti River is a vital transportation route for communities in the Krachi East Municipality, and the lack of a reliable ferry service has caused significant inconvenience to travelers. The recent boat accident has highlighted the urgent need for a safer and more reliable means of transportation across the river.
The authorities have promised to investigate the cause of the accident and take measures to prevent such incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the families of the victims have been informed, and arrangements are being made to provide support and assistance to them.
The rescue operation is ongoing, and the authorities have urged the public to exercise caution when traveling on the river. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and many are calling for improved safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The Oti River has been a vital transportation route for communities in the Krachi East Municipality for many years, but the recent breakdown of the ferry has exposed the risks of traveling on the river. The authorities have been urged to take immediate action to address the situation and ensure the safety of travelers.
The boat accident on the Oti River has resulted in the loss of three lives and highlighted the need for improved safety measures on the river. The authorities have promised to investigate the cause of the accident and take measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
