A yet-to-be-identified man was on Tuesday rescued from the Lagos lagoon after he allegedly jumped in from the Third Mainland Bridge.

The man was rescued by some fishermen and officials of the State Waterways Authority.

The incident attracted a crowd of passers-by, who stopped on the bridge to catch a glimpse of the man.

Why he attempted suicide is unknown.

According to report by Channels Television, he has been taken to the hospital for medical attention.