BREAKING NEWS: Tragic boat capsize off Libya leaves dozens of Nigerians feared dead

The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has confirmed that 53 migrants, including several Nigerians, are feared dead after a rubber boat carrying 55 passengers capsized off the Libyan coast.Watch the full video of,how the boat capsized now/before it’s deleted.

Only two Nigerian women survived the incident, which occurred north of Zuwara on February 6.
Deadly capsize off Libya’s coast

According to IOM, the survivors recounted heartbreaking personal losses. One woman lost her husband in the disaster, while the other said she tragically lost two of her children.

Both were provided with emergency medical care immediately after being rescued, in collaboration with relevant Libyan authorities.

The vessel, carrying migrants from various African countries, departed Al-Zawiya around 11 p.m. on February 5.
Nigerian survivors share heartbreaking losses

About six hours later, it reportedly took on water and overturned, resulting in the deadly accident.

This incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by Nigerians and other Africans attempting to migrate via the Central Mediterranean route.

Data from IOM indicates that migration along this route remains highly dangerous.Read Original/Read Complete.