A man has reportedly survived a suicide attempt after jumping into the Lagos lagoon from the Third Mainland Bridge, in an incident that caused panic among commuters and bystanders.
Eyewitnesses said the man was seen behaving unusually before he suddenly climbed the bridge barrier and plunged into the water below. The shocking moment drew immediate attention, with passersby raising alarm and calling for help.
Rescue efforts were quickly initiated by marine officials and local responders, who raced to the scene and pulled the man out of the lagoon alive. He was said to have been given immediate medical attention before being taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.
A video circulating online captures parts of the incident, including the tense moments leading up to the rescue. The footage has since gone viral, sparking mixed reactions and concern over mental health challenges.
Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the incident or the condition of the man. However, the development has reignited conversations around mental health awareness and the need for timely intervention for individuals in distress.
The Third Mainland Bridge has witnessed similar incidents in the past, prompting repeated calls for increased surveillance and preventive measures along the busy route.
Man reportedly jumps from Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos into the lagoon in an attempt to end it all pic.twitter.com/qPByTmzE6n
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