Military Helicopter Carrying 32 People Crashes in Southwestern Nigeria
Authorities have not yet officially confirmed any casualties.
Abuja: (News Desk) – A military helicopter carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members crashed in southwestern Nigeria on Monday, according to the country’s Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo.
Keyamo said the helicopter came down near a naval base in the Agbabu-Oda area of Ondo State.
He said the wreckage of the helicopter had been located, while rescue teams were carrying out an operation at the crash site.
According to a foreign news agency, authorities have not yet officially confirmed any casualties.
However, concerns have been raised that the crash may have resulted in multiple deaths, while rescue efforts remain underway.
Further details regarding the cause of the crash and the condition of those aboard are awaited.
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