- Boat accident in Delta State kills 5, 20 missing
- Speedboats collide and capsize during burial ceremony
- Rescue efforts ongoing, investigation launched
A devastating boat accident in the Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State has resulted in at least five fatalities, with 20 others still unaccounted for.
The tragic incident occurred on the evening of Monday, February 24, when two speedboats, carrying passengers returning from a burial, collided and capsized. Eyewitnesses reported that many passengers were not wearing life jackets, which they believe contributed to the high number of casualties.
Rescue operations are currently underway, with local divers and marine units actively searching for the missing persons. The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the accident, and spokesperson Edafe Bright reported that six survivors were rescued from the wreckage. They are now receiving medical treatment at an undisclosed hospital in Warri.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the precise cause of the collision and to implement safety measures to improve water transport safety in the region.
