BOAT MISHAP: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS (NAPS) SYMPATHIZE WITH KOGI STATE OVER RECENT TRAGIC OCCURENCE.
AN URGENT CALL TO ACTION TO SAFEGUARD LIVES The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) deeply mourns the tragic loss of lives in the recent boat mishap that has shaken our nation. As the voice of Nigerian polytechnic students and concerned citizens, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and stand in solidarity with the communities affected. This tragedy serves as a painful reminder of the recurrent boat accidents across the country, many of which are preventable. It is disheartening to note that a significant proportion of these mishaps can be attributed to human factors, including negligence, lack of adherence to safety protocols, alcohol, sailing at nights without headlamps and the use of substandard or overloaded vessels by the boat riders. Other contributing factors include poor infrastructure, inadequate emergency response systems, and non adherence to public awareness about waterway safety. OUR POSITION 1. Addressing Human Fac...