The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says it has received the preliminary report from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding the crashed helicopter that killed Dr Herbert Wigwe and five others.

Its Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji, in a statement said initial findings suggest that the helicopter suffered catastrophic damage upon impact, resulting in fragmentation of major components.

According to Oladeji, All major helicopter components were identified at the accident site. The helicopter’s fuselage was fragmented, and the cockpit and cabin were destroyed

She said that as the investigation progresses, NSIB will be committed to engaging the NTSB to receive the public docket of the investigation, which will comprise the compendium of information gathered throughout the investigation.