Goronyo Boat Mishap: Tambuwal Mourns Victims, Demands Safety Measures
By Nafiu Muhammad Lema
Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has expressed deep sorrow over the boat mishap in Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which claimed the lives of 41 people.
The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, with the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) reporting that 14 people were rescued following the mishap.
In a statement shared on his verified X handle, Tambuwal described the incident as a devastating tragedy and condoled with the families of the deceased, their loved ones, and the people of Gorau and Goronyo Local Government Area.
He commended the rescuers and other emergency responders for their efforts in saving lives and assisting those affected by the incident.
The former governor also urged relevant authorities to conduct an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the mishap and strengthen safety measures on the nation’s waterways to prevent similar tragedies.
Tambuwal prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives and asked Almighty Allah to grant their families the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.
“May Almighty Allah forgive the shortcomings of those who lost their lives, grant them Aljannatul Firdausi, and give their families the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” he prayed.
