Four teenage girls have died after a boat carrying eight passengers capsized at Dudduru Pond in Dutse Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
The incident occurred at about 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, while the passengers were travelling from Kwadige Village to Chai Chai Sabuwa Market.
The Jigawa State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) confirmed the incident, saying preliminary information indicated that strong winds may have caused the boat to overturn while crossing the pond.
The deceased victims were identified as Hasiya Mu’azu, 13; Hauwa Lawan, 13; Fatima Lawan, 12; and Dawsiyya Lawan, 13.
Four other passengers survived the accident and were rescued by farmers working around the pond. Residents of Kwadige and neighbouring Kuna communities also joined the rescue and recovery efforts.
The NSCDC said the bodies of the deceased were later buried according to Islamic rites.
Following the tragedy, the state commandant, CC Muhammad Ingawa, commiserated with the families of the victims and urged communities that depend on waterways for transportation to exercise caution, particularly during strong winds and adverse weather conditions.
The Corps also advised boat operators and passengers to observe basic water-safety measures and avoid travelling when weather conditions pose a danger to lives.
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