Middle-aged man in Osun, Nigeria jumps into Gbodofon River, saying "I am tired of this life"; rescue efforts unsuccessful.

A middle-aged man in Osun, Nigeria, jumped into the Gbodofon River on Saturday at 10:30 AM, reportedly saying "I am tired of this life" before leaping. Witnesses, including a man named Muri, saw the man on the bridge muttering in Yoruba before jumping in. The Osun State Fire Service was called to attempt a rescue, but the water level and currents prevented them from reaching the man. No trace of him was found.

July 06, 2024
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