The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has given un update on the boat collision at Imore involving two vessels: “Only God 13” and a wooden boat.
LASWA management said in a statement on Tuesday that “Only God 13,” traveling from Ebutte Ero to Badagry with 15 passengers, collided with a wooden boat carrying 10 passengers from Alakija to Imore in the evening on Monday.
“Fortunately, all 15 passengers on board “Only God 13” were rescued safely and are waiting at the jetty to collect their goods.
“However, five passengers from the wooden boat sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. Regrettably, five individuals remain unaccounted for, and search and rescue efforts are ongoing,,” the statement said.
It added that in response, LASWA and NIWA officials convened an emergency meeting with Imore community chiefs and the State Marine Officer to coordinate rescue operations and support affected families.
“LASWA, LASEMA, NIWA, Marine Police and Local Operators are working tirelessly to locate the missing individuals and provide assistance to those affected,” it aaid, adding that “The public will be updated as more information becomes available.”
