Lawra, Upper West Region – A devastating incident has occurred in the Lawra district of the Upper West Region, where 10 students lost their lives after drowning in the Dikpe River. The students, who were attempting to cross the river in a canoe, were swept away by strong currents.
According to eyewitnesses, the students were traveling from their school to their homes when they decided to use the canoe to cross the river. However, the canoe capsized, and the students were unable to stay afloat.
“The students were very brave, but they underestimated the power of the river,” said a local resident. “We have warned them many times not to cross the river during the rainy season, but they never listened.”
The bodies of the students have been recovered, and the community is in mourning. The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the region, with many calling for increased safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The government has promised to investigate the incident and provide support to the families of the victims. A team of officials from the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has been dispatched to the scene to assist with the recovery efforts.
This incident highlights the dangers of crossing rivers during the rainy season and the need for communities to take necessary precautions to prevent such tragedies. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.