A boat accident on Fikyu River in Taraba State has claimed the lives of two indigenes of Kpambo Puri Ward in Ussa Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The councillor representing Kpambo Puri Ward, Rimamshong Shamaki Kwefya, made a statement on Thursday, October 1, 2026, expressing deep concern over the tragedy. He described the incident as tragic and said the deaths had caused deep pain among the victims' families and the wider community.
According to Kwefya, the accident highlighted the transportation difficulties confronting residents who depend on the river to travel to and from the ward. The lack of adequate means of transportation across the river poses serious risks to residents and could expose them to further accidents and loss of lives. Kwefya emphasized that the situation demands urgent attention from the state government and the leadership of Ussa council.
The councillor appealed to the state government and the local government to provide a suitable boat and outboard motor to facilitate safer movement across Fikyu River. He stated that the provision of the equipment would not only improve transportation but also support the socio-economic activities of residents who rely on the river for their daily activities. This, he believes, would help prevent a recurrence of the tragedy.
Kwefya urged the government to treat the request as an emergency, stressing that timely intervention could help prevent further accidents. He expressed confidence that the state and local governments would respond positively to the community's appeal and address the transportation challenges along the river. The community relies heavily on the river for their daily activities, making the provision of safer transportation a top priority.
The boat mishap has raised concerns about the safety of water transportation in the area. Residents are calling for urgent action to prevent future accidents. The state government and local authorities have yet to comment on the incident and the councillor's appeal. However, the community remains hopeful that their concerns will be addressed.
Two persons were reported drowned following the boat mishap that occurred on Fikyu river last Sunday. The incident has sent a shockwave through the community, with many calling for improved safety measures. The councillor's appeal has highlighted the need for urgent action to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Taraba State government and Ussa local government have been urged to take immediate action to address the transportation challenges along Fikyu River. The community is waiting for a response to the councillor's appeal, which could help prevent future accidents and improve the overall safety of water transportation in the area.
Key points
- The Taraba State councillor, Rimamshong Shamaki Kwefya, has appealed for a boat and outboard engine to improve transportation across Fikyu river.
- A boat accident on Fikyu River has claimed the lives of two indigenes of Kpambo Puri Ward in Ussa Local Government Area.
- The councillor's appeal aims to prevent future accidents and improve the overall safety of water transportation in the area.
