Following the heart-wrenching incident of a man leaping into the lagoon near the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge in Lagos on Tuesday, the individual has been identified as Buka Abana. Subsequently, after days of relentless searching, rescue teams achieved the retrieval of Abana's lifeless body on Thursday.

Abana, aged 30, was unfortunately known to be grappling with drug addiction. He had departed his residence in Lekki Phase I approximately two days before the tragic event occurred.

It has come to light that his family members, deeply concerned about his well being, had initiated a search for him. They received information suggesting that he had been spotted near the vicinity of the bridge. Reacting promptly, they headed towards the bridge with the intent of bringing him back home. Regrettably, upon spotting his family, Abana impulsively jumped into the lagoon.

A source, speaking anonymously due to the delicate nature of the situation, shared insights into Abana's circumstances. "The man lived in Lekki Phase I. He had been taking Colorado. He was missing for two days and his family members were searching for him. They got information that he was seen around the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge and they rushed there to take him home. Unfortunately, when he sighted them, he quickly jumped into the lagoon."

Confirming these details, the state's Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, verified the incident during an interview with our correspondent.