Police Launch Investigation Into Bonny-Belle Jetty Inferno

The Rivers state governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has directed Rivers State police command to commence investigation into the Bonny Belle Jetty to root out the cause of the fire.

Wike also lamented over the deaths and injuries caused by the inferno that occurred at the Bonny-Belle Bonny-Belle jetty on April 11, 2022.

Governor Wike said he is deeply saddened to learn of the casualties and extensive damage to properties caused by the unfortunate incident.

“On behalf of the Government of Rivers state, I would like to offer my sincere prayers for the victims of the fire incident and extend my deepest condolences to their families. I would also like to sincerely pray for early recovery of those who were injured.”

The governor urged the Rivers state Police Command and other relevant security agencies to investigate and unravel the exact cause of this catastrophe.