A commercial boat has had a most unfortunate mishap in Lagos leaving six people lying dead.

Six people have died after a commercial boat taking them to Lekki area of Lagos capsized in Badore.

The boat was on the way to Lekki from Ijede in Ikorodu when it capsized.

It was gathered that 11 of the passengers were rescued while six died.

It is, however, unclear how many passengers were aboard the boat and rescue agencies are currently on the scene of the incident.

More details soon.