Kwara boat disaster
On 12 June 2023, a vessel capsized and split in two in the Niger River near Pategi, Kwara State, Nigeria. The boat was carrying attendees of a wedding, who came initially on motorcycles, but were stranded due to heavy rain. At least 108 people have been confirmed dead. Dozens are missing.
| Date | 12 June 2023 |
|---|---|
| Location | Niger River, near Pategi, Kwara State, Nigeria |
| Type | Shipwreck |
| Cause | Capsizing |
| Deaths | 106+ |
| Missing | Dozens |
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