The Nigerian army, operating under 81 Division, has prevented a suicide attempt by a woman identified as Mrs. Francesca Spark from killing herself after she jumped into the Lagos Lagoon.
Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni, the acting deputy director of Army public relations, said this in a statement issued by the Army on Monday morning.
Ayeni noted that the woman plunged into the lagoon around 81 Division Officers’ Mess, Marina Lagos.
“The troops of 65 Battalion NA deployed at the Officers’ Mess, who sighted Mrs Spark quickly used their military riverine skills and ingenuity to rescue her. She was given first aid and stabilised by the battalion medical team. After stabilisation, the family was contacted and she was handed over to her husband, one Mr Spark Oghene Ovie residing at Awoyaya Lagos,” the statement partly read.
Muhammed Takuti Usman ,The General Officer Commanding of the 81 Division, Major General, applauded the soldiers for their observational skills, bravery, and valor.
The GOC said he is pleased that soldiers brought their training in disaster management to bear in such a critical situation that could have claimed the life of a fellow citizen.
Maj Gen Usman emphasized the significance of military operations conducted during emergencies or natural disasters.
He attested to the fact that soldiers had received intensive training in order to assist top agencies during emergencies.
He also assured residents of the army’s dedication to safeguarding the well-being and assets of local residents, particularly in times of crisis.
