Nollywood actresses, Iyabo Ojo and Nkechi Blessing Sunday have shown support to popular socialite, Farida Sobowale, after attempting suicide on Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos State.
On Thursday night, video clips of the businesswoman attempting suicide on the Third Mainland bridge went viral.
She was however, rescued by good Samaritans.
According to reports, Farida drove her Lexus SUV to the bridge, came down, and was about to jump into the Lagoon when some men rescued her.
A video captured the moment the socialite dressed in black, was seen weeping as she was held by the men, who were consoling her.
She was later taken to the Police station for attempting suicide.
READ ALSO: Tragic! 26-Year-Old First Class Graduate Commits Suicide After Failing To Secure A Job
In a whirlwind of emotions, actress Iya Ojo expressed deep gratitude for the swift action taken by passersby, as she reflects on the recent incident involving her close friend’s distressing attempt to leap into the lagoon.
She revealed they had spoken just moments before the heart-wrenching decision was made.
She noted how Farida already knew what she wanted to do, hence, why she diverted Iyabo Ojo’s attention.
“Hmmmm my darling, if I knew you had this on your mind, I wouldn’t have gotten off the phone with you. Of course, you knew what you wanted to do but you diverted my attention elsewhere. Story for when we see (cos you’re going nowhere).
“Thank God for the people who were there right on time to save the situation, God bless them. My love, this will definitely pass, the sun will shine again, and your tomorrow will be better than your today, but for now, just breathe. I love you so much. Please stay strong. I’m praying for you”.
READ ALSO: Bank Manager Commits Suicide Over Customers’ Failure To Pay Loan
Actress, Nkechi Blessing also took to her Instagram page to show support for the socialite.
She noted how not everyone is strong enough to handle the pressure that comes from being trolled and bullied on Instagram.
Praying for her, she urged her friends and family to stay by her side as she navigates the tough period.
“Not everyone is strong enough to handle the pressure that comes from being trolled and bullied on Instagram. Dear ma, I pray that God gives you the strength to scale through. It’s a phase and it shall pass. I urge her close friends and family to pls be with her at all times with close monitoring.
“Trust me, this will only make you stronger and most importantly if your heart is still open to love. That one man that will stand by you till the end of time will definitely find you. Sending you all the love in the world ma”.
Rumour has it that the socialite and her husband, Demola have parted ways, barely two months after they got married in a talk-of-the-town wedding ceremony in Lagos.
READ ALSO: CRUEL! Man Rapes Wife’s Teenage Apprentice, Victim Commits Suicide In Oyo
Her husband has been reportedly badmouthing her to people and has been spilling details about her intimacy and personality to people, especially blogger, Esabod, which is the main cause of her depression and suicidal thought.
See screenshots of netizens reaction to the report below: