In this piece, ANOZIE EGOLE establishes why the newly constituted committee on boat accidents should focus more on training operators. Boat accidents on Nigeria’s inland waterways have become a ...

Deadly boat accidents are common in the central African country, where late-night travels and overcrowded vessels are often blamed. Authorities have struggled to enforce maritime regulations.

The committee has been tasked with evaluating the root causes of boat accidents and recommending lasting solutions to enhance safety and operational standards.