A helicopter crashed in Ondo state, Nigeria, prompting the Nigerian Air Force to initiate a search and rescue operation.

Emergency services were alerted to the incident shortly after the crash, which occurred in a remote area of the state. The Nigerian Air Force confirmed the crash and deployed teams to locate survivors. Initial reports suggest the helicopter was carrying a small number of people, though the exact number remains unclear.

This is the second such incident in the region this month, raising concerns about aviation safety in the area. Local authorities have urged the public to remain calm and avoid unauthorized access to the crash site. The search and rescue operation is ongoing, with no official confirmation of casualties yet.