Woman Jumps Off Third Mainland Bridge In Lagos, Loses Life

• An unidentified woman jumped from the Third Mainland Bridge into the water near the University of Lagos (UNILAG).
• The incident took place around 4 p.m. on Thursday.
• Marine police officers responded quickly to the situation.

A tragic incident occurred near the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront as an unidentified woman jumped from the Third Mainland Bridge into the water, resulting in her death despite prompt rescue attempts.

The incident happened around 4 p.m. on Thursday, prompting marine police officers stationed in the area to respond immediately. However, despite their swift intervention, medical personnel later confirmed that she did not survive.

Benjamin Hundeyin, the Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Police Command, confirmed the unfortunate event on Friday.

According to Hundeyin, marine police officers on duty in the area recovered the woman’s body from the UNILAG shore slipway. Despite efforts to revive her, medical professionals from the University of Lagos examined her and pronounced her dead.

Following the confirmation of her passing, authorities transferred her remains to the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) Mortuary in Yaba for preservation.

Investigations are currently underway to establish her identity and uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officials have also urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.

The tragic event has sparked discussions online, with many expressing their concerns over the incident.

See some reactions below:

@Albertdrenatty: “Depression is real. Life is tough, but suicide is never the answer. If you’re struggling, please know you’re not alone there’s always someone willing to listen. Let’s check on our loved ones more often. Rest in peace to the departed.”

@realTobiAkinbo: ‘This must be a marriage or relationship matter. The government need to construct net around the 3rd mainland bridge such that, if anybody jump, the net will catch that person. Taking your life is not an option.”

@247Truthteller: “Always reach out to people. Especially now that more than half the country’s population is going through a lot.”

@Sundayjctrucks: “Life can be overwhelming for some, and we may never fully understand their struggles. Let’s be kinder to each other.’

@UtMuktar: “Life can be incredibly challenging, and at times, it may feel overwhelming. But please remember, even in the darkest moments, suicide is not the answer. Life holds so much more than the pain you’re feeling right now. Difficulties are not permanent, and there is always.”

@Midatlblog: ‘Why using a picture of another person?this particular lady died years back in same location after answering a call suspected to be from her boyfriend…pls take her picture down.”

@godwin12753: “So there is nothing the government can do to prevent people from jumping into the bridge, everything about Nigeria is always different.”