By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
Following the recent boat mishap in Kogi State, the Lokoja Area Manager, National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, Mr. Titus Adoga has commiserated with the government and the family of the victims in the state.
This is just as Adoga declared that making waterways safer remains non-negotiable and topmost priority of the authority as he read riot act to defaulters, night travelers among other noncompliance with safety tips.
The Area Manager stated this when the Maiyaki of Kupa, Phrm. Dauda Kabir Isah paid him a thank-you visit in his office in Lokoja on Thursday.who was on a day visit to Gbajibo community in Niger State
Adoga frowned at the way and manner boat operators and passengers do flout safety tips, noting that overloading and non-use of life jackets while traveling on waterways by operators or passengers would attract stiffer penalties.
He revealed that the water marshals will start working both day and night to enforce the water regulations code in order to further enhance smooth operations across the waterways.
The Area Manager who expressed heartfelt condolences over the ugly incident used the occasion to present life jackets to the monarch.
Responding, the Maiyaki commended the swift response of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), River Marshals, and officials from Katcha Local Government Area in Niger State, who have collaborated in rescue efforts following the boat accident in Kupa Ebbe Village that claimed the lives of some passengers who are indigenes of the State.
He also thanked the NIWA for the donation of life jackets
“I have also warned boat owners from carrying over loads and make sure their boats are in good shape before they embark on any voyage”, the monarch stressed.
To prevent future tragedies on the waterways, the royal father said he has warned water transport operators to avoid night voyages and strictly adhere to safety protocols to prevent future accidents.
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