Three Bodies So Far Recovered From Scene Of Crashed Helicopter Incident, NNPC Report

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has disclosed the recovery of three bodies out of eight victims involved in the ill-fated helicopter crash.

The helicopter was En-Route NUIMS-ANTAN FPSO from Port Harcourt before the unfortunate incident.

A statement by the NNPC Ltd Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, however, assured that Search and rescue missions are currently continuing.

According to him, “On the 24th of October 2024, about 11:22am, we lost contact with the Helicopter – Register Number: 5NBQG, engaged by NNPC Limited, that took
off from Port Harcourt NAF Base en route the FPSO – NUIMS ANTAN.

“The helicopter was operated by East Winds Aviation.
There were 8 persons on board (6 passengers and 2 crew members).

“The
appropriate authorities have been contacted, including the Ministry of
Aviation, who have since issued a press statement.

“Search and rescue missions are currently ongoing. So far, three (3) bodies have
been recovered.

“We shall continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates as the
events unfold.

“Our prayers are with the passengers, crew and their respective families at this very difficult time.

“We will continue to do everything possible to support the ongoing search and
rescue operation.”
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