Two tragic deaths occurred in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State on Thursday evening when a boat capsized, leading to the drowning of two young females, Misturat Okunbanjo, 18, and Azeezat Amoo, 16. Four other passengers were fortunate enough to be rescued from the incident, which took place around 8 pm.

The ill-fated passengers were en route from Olorunsogo to Isawo within the community when the unfortunate accident transpired.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the incident the following day.

According to Ololade Agboola, the agency's Deputy Director of Public Affairs, a search and rescue operation was executed by the fire service personnel, aided by local residents, ultimately leading to the recovery of the two deceased bodies.

The statement read, “The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service conducted overnight operations and successfully rescued four female adults while recovering two others in the Isawo community of the Ikorodu area of Lagos.

“The accident was reported at 8:16 pm on Thursday, prompting the deployment of the Search and Rescue Crew from the agency. The crew collaborated with locals who were familiar with the terrain. “Despite the darkness, the search continued until late at night when it was suspended. Four of the six victims on board the capsized boat crossing from Olorunsogo to Isawo were rescued.

“The crew resumed their efforts in the early hours of Friday to continue the search. Unfortunately, they recovered the bodies of two females, identified as Misturat Okunbanjo, 18, and Azeezat Amoo, 16. The recovery operation concluded at approximately 10:10 pm.”