Boat tragedy: Obaseki commiserates with Kwara govt, people
Edo State Governor, Godwin ObasekiThe Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has commiserated with his Kwara State counterpart, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as well as the government and people of Kwara State, over the unfortunate boat accident in Patigi Local Government Area of the State, which resulted in the death of about 100 persons.
Obaseki in a statement said the tragic accident was deeply saddening, reiterating the need for safety on the waterways to avoid such tragedies. The governor said, “I extend heartfelt condolences to you, my brother, Alhaji AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the Government and the good people of Kwara State, over the unfortunate boat mishap in Patigi Local Government Area of the State, which resulted in the death of about 100 persons.
“The incident is deeply saddening and our prayers are with the families and friends of the victims and the injured.
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