2 Die, 4 Rescued In Lagos Boat Mishap

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has recovered two bodies of victims from a tragic boat capsizing incident.

Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service identified the victims as 18-year-old Misturat Okunbanjo, and 16-year-old Azeezat Amoo.

Also, four other individuals were rescued alive by the dedicated rescue team.

The incident was reported promptly at 20:16 hours on Thursday, which led to the immediate deployment of the Search and Rescue Crew from the Agency.

A statement regarding the event read:

“The crew collaborated with locals who were familiar with the terrain. Despite the darkness, the search continued until late at night when it was suspended. Four of the six victims on board the capsized boat crossing from Olorunsogo to Isawo were rescued.

“The crew resumed their efforts in the early hours of Friday to continue the search. Unfortunately, they recovered the bodies of two females, identified as Misturat Okunbanjo, 18, and Azeezat Amoo, 16. The recovery operation concluded at approximately 10:10 hours.

“Margaret Adeseye, the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, expresses regret over the suspected deceased victims. She also emphasizes the importance of avoiding unsafe acts around waterways and highlights ongoing efforts to educate and sensitize communities on measures to prevent such incidents.”