The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed more than 10 deaths, 24 passengers rescued, and 42 still missing from the Kogi boat mishap. In a post on Thursday, NEMA said search and rescue operations continue. The boat had departed Onugwa community in Ibaji Local Government Area and was heading to Olushi village before it sank.’“The unfortunate mishap has claimed several lives and left dozens missing,” NEMA said in its update. On Wednesday, the Kogi State Government said at least 26 passengers had died in the tragedy. “The Government of Kogi State stands with the people of Ibaji LGA in this moment of grief,” the statement said.