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At least 27 people died, 100 missing after a boat capsized in northern Nigeria

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68% Informative

About 200 passengers were on the boat that was going from the state of Kogi to neighboring state of Niger when it capsized.

Authorities have not confirmed what caused the sinking but local media suggested the boat may have been overloaded.

Overcrowding on boats is common in remote parts of Nigeria where the lack of good roads leaves many with no alternative routes.

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73

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77

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8

Article tone

formal

Language

English

Language complexity

66

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not offensive

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not hateful

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short-lived

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