Monday, October 5, 2026

Many feared dead as helicopter crashes in Ondo

Many feared dead as helicopter crashes in Ondo

Many people are feared dead after a helicopter reportedly crashed in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday, October 5, 2026.

The number of people aboard the helicopter was not immediately known, while the condition of possible survivors remained unclear following the crash in the coastal community.

Sources said efforts were underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the extent of casualties.

The spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed the incident, saying details were still emerging.

He added that authorities were working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash.

Igbokoda is a riverine community and commercial hub in Ilaje, one of the oil-rich areas of Ondo State where helicopters are frequently used for oil and gas logistics operations.

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