Anambra Boat Mishap: I Was Under Duress To Ferry Traders – Sailor
Mr. Desmond Amaugo, the sailor of the boat that capsized and killed many people in Anambra State has said that he was under duress to embark on the trip by desperate female traders.
Amaugo said the boat mishap that occurred during the weekend at Umunakwo, Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State happened as a result of traders who were eager to sell their prematurely harvested crops due to this year’s flood that submerged their farms before the crops could mature.
The mishap has prompted a reaction from President Muhammadu Buhari and the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi, who expressed shock and sadness over the incident.
According to Amaugo, contrary to reports, 48 rather than 85 people boarded the boat. Most of the passengers were women and chil...