The National Inland Waterways Authority has stated that compliance to waterways safety measures during the festive season is non-negotiable.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by NIWA obtained by The PUNCH.
According to the statement, the Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIWA, Umar Girei, gave the warning during an exclusive interview with journalists at the NIWA headquarters in Lokoja.
Girei also warned boat operators across the country to strictly adhere to waterways safety regulations during the Eid al-Kabir celebrations.
He noted that festive periods often witness increased movement on the inland waterways, particularly within riverine communities.
