A yet-to-be-identified woman has tragically ended her life by jumping off the Third Mainland Bridge into the lagoon near the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront. The heartbreaking incident occurred around 4 p.m. on Thursday, prompting a swift response from marine police officers stationed in the area. Despite their best efforts, she was pronounced dead upon retrieval.
Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident, stating that medical personnel from UNILAG officially declared her deceased upon arrival. Her body has since been moved to the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) Mortuary in Yaba for preservation. Authorities are yet to determine her identity or the circumstances leading to the tragic event.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the growing mental health crisis in society. While investigations continue, it underscores the urgent need for awareness and support systems to help those battling silent struggles before it’s too late.