By Ahmed Kingimi MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (Reuters) -At least 25 people have been rescued and 25 others are still missing two days after a boat carrying about 50 passengers capsized in Nigeria's northwestern Sokoto State,

Boat accidents are common in Nigeria during the rainy season, due to poor safety regulations and overloaded vessels. Authorities blamed Sunday's accident on overloading and poor road infrastructure, which forces many residents to rely on water transport.

In Sokoto State, Nigeria, a boat carrying approximately 50 passengers capsized, leaving 25 people rescued and 25 others missing. The incident, attributed to overloading and inadequate infrastructure,