SEMA confirms 10 dead, 29 missing, 6 rescued alive in Sokoto boat mishap.

The Sokoto State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has confirmed 10 persons dead, with 29 missing and six others rescued alive, after a boat carrying approximately 45 passengers capsized while on transit to Goronyo Market on Sunday.

The agency has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and also deployed response teams to enhance rescue efforts, while initial investigations suggest that overloading may have contributed to the incident, which is a recurring issue in similar accidents across the state's riverine communities.

SEMA has extended its condolences to the families of the deceased and urged community members to adhere to safety regulations and avoid overloading boats. 

The agency assured that it remains committed to protecting lives and property and will continue collaborating with stakeholders to improve safety awareness and enforce inland waterways regulations.

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