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  "id": 12152335,
  "title": "Many feared killed as helicopter crashes in Ondo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/many-feared-killed-as-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T13:00:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/many-feared-killed-as-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "A helicopter crashed in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. The crash occurred in a swampy area, with reports suggesting it was opposite the Naval Base.\n\nMany people are feared dead, although the number of casualties and those on board have not been confirmed. According to the Chairman of Ilaje Local Government Area, Mr Maurice Oripelaye, military gear was found at the scene, but the helicopter had burnt to rubble.\n\nThe origin, destination, and nature of the helicopter remain unclear. Residents and witnesses gathered around the area as authorities commenced assessment of the crash site. The cause of the crash has not been established.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "BREAKING: Many feared dead as helicopter crashes in Ondo community",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/breaking-many-feared-dead-as-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo-community",
        "published": "2026-10-05T11:59:13.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Premium Times",
        "title": "Helicopter crashes in Ondo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/helicopter-crashes-in-ondo",
        "published": "2026-10-05T12:36:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "This Day",
        "title": "Suspected Military Helicopter Crashes in Ondo, Crew Feared Dead",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/suspected-military-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo-crew-feared-dead",
        "published": "2026-10-05T12:41:31.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Many feared dead as helicopter crashes in Ondo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/many-feared-dead-as-helicopter-crashes-in-ondo",
        "published": "2026-10-05T13:00:56.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}