The Minister of Marine and Blue Economic system, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged the Nationwide Inland Waterways Authority to implement compliance with its Waterways Transportation Code and prosecute offenders.
Oyetola made this name in a press release launched on Saturday, signed by the Head of Press and Public Relations within the ministry, Muhammad Zakari.
He additionally expressed his condolences to the Kogi State Authorities, the households, and the victims concerned within the latest tragic boat accident in Kupa Ebbe Village, Kupa South Native Authorities Space of the state.
It was reported that on Friday, a service provider boat capsized within the waters of Ebe Group, Kupa South Native Authorities Space, Kogi State.
Talking additional, Oyetola reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to making sure secure operations on the waterways.
“I lengthen my heartfelt condolences to the households who’ve misplaced family members on this unlucky incident. Our ideas and prayers are with you throughout this tough time. I’m charging NIWA to implement compliance with its Waterways Transportation Code and prosecute offenders,” Oyetola stated.
In response to him, the ministry will not be solely collaborating with the Kogi State Authorities but additionally with all states and related stakeholders to mitigate the chance of additional casualties alongside the waterways.
Oyetola recommended the swift response of NIWA and the Kogi State Authorities, which led to the rescue of some survivors.
He additionally known as on boat operators and neighborhood leaders to make sure their communities chorus from endeavor boat rides between nightfall and daybreak.
Oyetola emphasised that the federal government alone can’t drive this course of solely.
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