In a video obtained by Naijacrawl, many of the victims could be seen floating around Marina resort, Calabar, as onlookers scream for rescuers.

The Police Public Relations Officer , Cross River state Command , SP Irene Ugbo who confirmed the mishap said 13 persons were on board to I’ll fated boat.

9 persons have been so far been rescued , four still missing , the Marine Police Nigerian Navy did a lot to rescue many persons.

“If there is any development I will keep you abreast , that’s all the information I have at the moment .” Ugbo said

Meanwhile, a security source, who pleaded anonymity, told Vanguard that the Navy Command played a vital role in the rescue of nine persons among the victims.

The source said: “The Navy partook in the rescue mission; we have rescued some of them.

“I can’t give you the exact position of the boat because we only rushed for the rescue mission.

“But am sure the Command will soon release a statement to this effect,” he stated.

9 persons have been so far been rescued , four still missing , the Marine Police Nigerian Navy did a lot to rescue many persons.

“If there is any development I will keep you abreast , that’s all the information I have at the moment .” Ugbo said