At least six passengers have died while four others were injured after a passenger boat capsized near the Igbologun water channel in Lagos on Tuesday night, according to the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA).
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has confirmed that a Savvy Marine passenger boat was involved in a fatal accident near the Igbologun axis of the Lagos waterways on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, LASWA’s Head of Public Affairs, Wuraola Alake, said the boat was travelling from Ilashe Beach House when the incident occurred at about 8:35 p.m.
According to the authority, the boat collided with a submerged object along the Nigerdock axis of the Igbologun water channel, causing it to capsize.
“The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) confirm a boat mishap involving a Savvy Marine passenger boat at approximately 8:35 p.m. along the Nigerdock axis of the Igbologun water channel,” the statement said.
LASWA disclosed that four passengers were rescued alive and taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
“As of the time of this report, four passengers have been successfully rescued and transported to a nearby hospital. Sadly, six other passengers were recovered dead at the scene,” Alake added.
The authority noted that preliminary findings suggest the accident was caused by a collision with a submerged object, while a full investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident.
LASWA also said search and rescue operations were carried out in collaboration with the Marine Police and other emergency responders to ensure all passengers were accounted for.
The agency expressed condolences to the families of the victims and reassured Lagos residents of its commitment to improving safety on the state’s inland waterways.