A tragic boat accident in the Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State has left at least five people dead, with 20 others still missing.
The incident occurred on Monday evening, February 24, when speedboats carrying passengers returning from a burial collided and capsized.
Eyewitnesses reported that many of the passengers were not wearing life jackets, which may have contributed to the high number of casualties.
Rescue efforts are ongoing, with local divers and marine units assisting in the search for the missing persons.
The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the accident, with spokesperson Edafe Bright stating that six survivors were rescued and are currently receiving medical treatment at an undisclosed hospital in Warri.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision and enforce safety measures on water transport routes in the area.