Vice President Professor Nana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has adopted a survivor of the River Oti boat disaster and her baby. She also donated relief items and GH¢200,000 to families of the victims.
The items included life jackets, rice, mosquito nets, soap, and clothing. Speaking to residents in Okuma–Debume, she urged all who travel on the lake to always wear life jackets for safety. Krachi West MP Helen Ntoso warned boat operators against overloading, saying it endangers lives. Oti Regional Minister John Gyapong thanked the government for the support and compassion shown.
Fifteen people, including three children, died in the October 11 accident. The tragedy was blamed on overloading and poor balance of the boat.
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