Gov Babangida Aliyu of Niger, in Minna
on Sunday announced a ban on the use of old
boats in ferrying passengers across rivers in the state.
The order followed the boat mishap on
Thursday, Oct. 3, which claimed 18 lives in
Kokoli village of Agwarra Local Government
Area.
The action is intended to ensure that old and rickety boats do not continue to take valuable lives in the riverine communities", the governor said in a statement issued by his spokesman, Danladi Ndayebo.
Aliyu said the state Ministry for
Transportation had been directed to monitor
the boat operators and ensure full compliance with all safety standards.
The governor also directed operators of such
ferry boats to provide life jackets to all
passengers.
Aliyu assured the people of the state that
other measures would be taken to ensure safe
water transportation in the state.
He prayed God to grant the families of the
victims of the boat mishap the courage and
fortitude to bear the loss, and to grant the
deceased eternal rest.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
0 Response to "Gov Aliyu bans use of old boats in Niger"
Post a Comment