Νιγηρία: Έπεσε στρατιωτικό αεροσκάφος με 32 επιβάτες - Βρέθηκαν τα συντρίμμια

A video has emerged showing the wreckage of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft that crashed in the swampy area of Igbokoda, Ilaje LGA, Ondo State. 32 people, comprising 25 passengers and 7 crew members, were reportedly on board the aircraft. https://t.co/REc5D5mFOY

— INSIGHT BY OPPY MEDIA (@InsightbyOppy) October 5, 2026

Helicopter Crashes in Igbokoda, Ondo, Several Feared Dead A helicopter has crashed in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria, with several people feared dead. The incident occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, in the riverine community, triggering panic among residents as security personnel and emergency responders moved toward the reported crash site. Initial reports indicated that the aircraft went down in a swampy area of Igbokoda, with the exact number of people on board and their condition yet to be fully established. The Ondo State Police Command confirmed the aircraft crash, saying investigations were underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police spokesperson DSP Abayomi Jimoh urged residents of Igbokoda and surrounding communities to remain calm and avoid circulating unverified information. The Nigerian Air Force later confirmed that an aircraft had been involved in an accident in the Igbokoda area and said search-and-rescue operations had commenced in coordination with relevant authorities and emergency agencies. The Air Force identified the aircraft as an ATR-42 that was reportedly on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos. The exact number of casualties and the condition of those aboard remained subject to confirmation as rescue operations continued. AfrikTimes will continue to monitor developments and provide verified updates as more information emerges.

— AfrikTimes (@afriktimesint) October 5, 2026