Fourteen Persons (14) are reportedly dead following the boat Mishap that occurred around Fada village in Guma Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State.
The victims were said to be traders who boarded the ill-fated boat at Ikyaave crossing point of River Benue in Guma LGA and where heading to a market in neigbouring Buruku LGA when the boat capsized.
The Chairman of Guma LGA, Dr. Mike Ubah who confirmed the accident described it as unfortunate and heartrending.