Police in Akwa Ibom State rescued a driver and his conductor after their speedboat sank on the Ibaka waterways while traveling from Oron to Cameroon.
The incident occurred on a stretch of the Ibaka waterway, a popular route for local transport between the towns of Oron and the border with Cameroon. The speedboat, carrying the driver and conductor, went down during the journey, prompting a swift response from state police.
Responding officers reached the scene quickly and were able to pull both occupants to safety. The driver and conductor were taken to a nearby medical facility for assessment, though no serious injuries were reported.
Police officials confirmed that the rescue operation was carried out without delay and that all involved were unharmed. The authorities urged boat operators to ensure that vessels are seaworthy and that passengers adhere to safety protocols.
Incidents on Nigeria’s inland waterways remain a concern for local authorities, who continue to monitor and enforce safety regulations to prevent similar accidents in the future.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
