At least 26 killed in boat capsize in southern Nigeria

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Updated At : 03:15 PM Oct 02, 2025 IST

Abuja [Nigeria], October 2 (ANI/WAM): At least 26 people were killed when a boat capsized in the Niger River in Kogi State, southern Nigeria.

Local sources said the accident took place while the boat was carrying traders from Ibaji to a market in Ilushi, Edo State, before it overturned in the river. The death toll is expected to rise. (ANI/WAM)

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