Several people are feared dead after a helicopter crashed in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The helicopter crash occurred on Monday, October 5, 2026, throwing the riverine community into panic as residents reportedly scampered for safety.

Details of the incident, including the cause of the crash and the number of people aboard the helicopter, remained unclear as of the time of filing this report.

The condition of possible survivors was also yet to be ascertained.Sources in the community said efforts were underway to gain access to the crash site and establish the extent of casualties and the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“Yes, it’s true. A helicopter just crashed now at Igbokoda, Ondo State,” a resident was quoted as saying.

The spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, Abayomi Jimoh, said he was not aware of the incident when contacted but promised to make inquiries.

Igbokoda is a major riverine community and commercial centre in Ilaje Local Government Area, one of Ondo State’s oil-producing areas.

Helicopters are commonly used in the area for oil and gas logistics operations.The latest incident has renewed concerns over helicopter safety, particularly in areas where aircraft are frequently deployed for oil and gas-related operations.

Authorities were expected to provide further details on the crash, including the identity of the helicopter, the number of people aboard and the confirmed casualty figure, as emergency efforts continue at the scene.