Six students drown in Benue boat mishap

At least six students returning to school have drowned after their boat capsized at the Buruku crossing point in Benue State.

Tragedy struck in Benue State when a boat carrying students capsized at the Buruku crossing point in Buruku Local Government Area. The incident claimed the lives of at least six students who were reportedly heading back to school. Local reports indicate the mishap occurred during their travel across the water, highlighting the risks associated with boat transport in the region.

Details remain limited, but the event underscores ongoing safety concerns in Nigeria's riverine areas, where such crossings are common for daily commutes and school access. Authorities have yet to release official statements on rescue efforts or investigations into the cause of the capsizing.

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