The Kwara State Government has commiserated with the people of Patigi and families of the victims of a boat mishap which occured in the Patigi Local Government Area of the state on Monday.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq in a statement on Tuesday, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye expressed disappointment and sadness at the devastating news of the boat mishap in which dozens of people were feared killed and many others still missing.
The boat, which also had people from other states on board, was travelling from Egboti in Niger State en route Kpada in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State.
“The Governor is sad to receive reports of the boat accident involving several people, particularly residents of Ebu, Dzakan, Kpada, Kuchalu, and Sampi — all in Patigi,” according to the statement.
“The Governor sends his heartfelt condolences to the people of these communities and those from other states. He prays to Almighty Allah to repose the souls of the victims.” The statement continued.
The Governor assured that he will continues to monitor the rescue efforts already mounted since Monday night in search of possible survivors.
He commended the alertness of the Etsu Patigi, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ibrahim Umar Bologi II and other local government authorities for the efforts to save as many people as possible who may have survived the mishap.