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  "id": 12175122,
  "title": "Many Feared Dead as aircraft Crashes in Ondo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/many-feared-dead-as-aircraft-crashes-in-ondo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T12:59:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/many-feared-dead-as-aircraft-crashes-in-ondo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A helicopter crash occurred in Igbokoda, Ondo State on Monday, leaving many feared dead. The incident took place in Ebute Larada, a riverine community in the heart of Ilaje Local Government Area. Emergency responders and security forces swiftly arrived to assess the situation and begin rescue and recovery operations. As of now, authorities have not officially confirmed the identity of the helicopter, the number of people aboard, or if there are any survivors.\n\nEyewitnesses and residents have gathered at the crash site, while security personnel work to secure the area and prevent unauthorized interference. The Police Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed the crash but noted that details are still emerging. He advised residents to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information. Police urge the public to await further credible information.\n\nEmergency agencies are anticipated to release more details regarding the crash, including the helicopter's identity, the number of casualties, and the results of rescue efforts.",
  "summary": "Many people are feared dead after a helicopter crashed on Monday at Ebute Larada in Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. The crash, which occurred in the riverine community, threw residents into panic as emergency responders and security agencies rushed to the scene to assess the situation and commence rescue […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/updated-military-aircraft-crashed-near-ondo-naval-base-32-on-board",
        "published": "2026-10-05T13:50:43.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Military aircraft with 32 people on board crashes in southern Nigeria",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/military-aircraft-with-32-people-on-board-crashes-in-southern-nigeria",
        "published": "2026-10-05T13:51:32.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "DW English (Top Stories)",
        "title": "Military aircraft with 32 people onboard crashes in southern Nigeria",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/military-aircraft-with-32-people-onboard-crashes-in-southern-nigeria",
        "published": "2026-10-05T14:05:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "This Day",
        "title": "Updated: Military Aircraft Crashes in Ondo, NAF Begins ‘Search and Rescue’ Operation",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/updated-military-aircraft-crashes-in-ondo-naf-begins-search-and",
        "published": "2026-10-05T14:46:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Military aircraft with 32 people on board crashes in southern Nigeria, rescue operations on",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/military-aircraft-with-32-people-on-board-crashes-in-southern-nigeria",
        "published": "2026-10-05T16:35:49.000Z"
      }
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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."
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