The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has issued a marine notice warning the public about a sunken dredger located near the Ebute-Ero Jetty at Eko Bridge, Lagos.
According to an official notice released on April 8, 2025 which was made available to our correspondent noted that the submerged dredger, which sank on Saturday, March 29, 2025, poses a serious threat to navigational safety and environmental stability in the area. NIWA emphasized that the hazard is particularly dangerous for river crafts operating during low tide or in poor visibility conditions.
The authority has urged all fishermen and boat operators to steer clear of the affected area and exercise extreme caution. In collaboration with marine safety officials, warning signs and navigational markers are currently being installed to alert and guide waterway users.
NIWA appealed for the cooperation of stakeholders to ensure public safety and protect the environment, adding that efforts are ongoing to address the situation and restore navigational safety in the vicinity.
