Boat Capsizes in Jigawa, Four Passengers Confirmed Dead

On September 23, 2026, at approximately 4:00 PM, a tragic incident occurred when a boat capsized in a pond located about three kilometres from Kwadige Village, Jigawa State. The boat was carrying eight passengers from Kwadige Village to Chai Chai Sabuwa Market when it overturned, likely due to strong winds.

Four passengers, identified as Hasiya Mu’azu (13), Hauwa Lawan (13), Fatima Lawan (12), and Dawsiyya Lawan (13), lost their lives in the accident. The remaining four passengers were rescued by farmers in the vicinity.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), through its Public Relations Officer ASC Badruddeen Tijjani Mahmud, confirmed the incident and stated that the bodies of the deceased were buried according to Islamic rites. CC Muhammad Kabiru Ingawa, the NSCDC State Commandant, expressed condolences to the families of the victims and urged residents to exercise caution while using waterways, especially during adverse weather conditions.

The NSCDC also emphasized the importance of adhering to water-safety measures to prevent similar tragedies.