Dozens die after boat hits tree stump in Nigerian river

At least 32 people have died in a tragic boat accident in Nigeria's northern Niger state after the vessel capsized on the River Niger. The overloaded boat, carrying over 100 passengers, hit a tree stump, causing it to sink. Search operations are ongoing, with eight people still missing. Boat accidents are common in Nigeria due to issues like overloading and poor safety measures, prompting government initiatives to enforce safety regulations and distribute life jackets in high-risk areas.