Many feared killed as helicopter crashes in Ondo

A helicopter crashed in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. According to reports, the helicopter crashed in a swampy area, with multiple people feared dead. The exact number of casualties and details about the helicopter, including its origin and destination, are not yet known.

The crash occurred in a swampy terrain opposite the Naval Base in Igbokoda, and military gear was reportedly recovered from the crash site, according to This Day. The Chairman of Ilaje Local Government Area, Mr Maurice Oripelaye, confirmed that the helicopter had been burnt to rubble.

Residents and witnesses gathered around the area as authorities commenced assessment of the crash site. The cause of the crash and the identities of those on board have not been officially confirmed. Igbokoda is a major commercial centre in Ilaje, a coastal and oil-producing area of Ondo State where helicopters are frequently used for oil and gas logistics operations.

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