Four passengers have died after a boat carrying eight people capsized at Dudduru Pond in Dutse Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
The incident happened around 4pm on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, while the passengers were travelling from Kwadige Village to Chai Chai Sabuwa Market.
Jigawa State Command Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, ASC Badruddeen Tijjani, confirmed the incident in a statement on Thursday.
“The incident occurred at about 1600 hours at Dudduru Pond, approximately three kilometres from Kwadige Village in Dutse Local Government Area,” Tijjani said.
He said preliminary findings showed that strong winds may have caused the boat to capsize.
The four victims, all females, were identified as Hasiya Mu’azu, 13; Hauwa Lawan, 13; Fatima Lawan, 12; and Dawsiyya Lawan, 13.
“The four deceased victims were subsequently buried according to Islamic rites,” he said.
Four other passengers survived after farmers near the pond rescued them, with residents of Kwadige and Kuna villages also joining the rescue effort.
“The Commandant commiserates with the families over the tragic loss of their loved ones,” the PRO said.
Tijjani said the command urged boat operators and passengers to avoid dangerous weather and follow water safety rules. It also continues to sensitise communities on safe water travel.
