NIWA denies reports of bandits drowning in Sokoto river
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has refuted claims that about 150 bandits drowned in a boat accident in Sokoto State. Bello Bala, the NIWA Area Manager in Sokoto, labeled the reports as false and emphasized that the river in question is not navigable. He urged the media to verify information before publication and highlighted NIWA’s ongoing engagement with riverine communities on safety. A source from the Nigerian Army also confirmed that no such incident occurred.
What we know
- NIWA has denied reports of 150 bandits drowning in a boat mishap in Sabon Gida, Sokoto State.
- Bello Bala stated that the river cited in the reports is not navigable and no such incident took place.
- He called on the media to verify news from credible sources and avoid spreading misinformation.
- NIWA continues to educate riverine communities on safety measures and the use of life jackets.
- A source from the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division confirmed that troops in the area have not reported any such incident.
