A viral video showing Nigerians rescuing a suicidal man, only to beat him afterward, has caused outrage online. Many are questioning the strange reaction and highlighting the lack of empathy and understanding toward mental health issues in Nigeria.
A viral video showing a group of Nigerians beating a man after rescuing him from a suicide attempt has sparked outrage on social media. The man, found with a rope around his neck on Lagos Island, was saved by good Samaritans but then faced physical assault.
Many Nigerians have criticized the situation, questioning the logic of beating someone already in distress. One user, Jesus Girl, commented, "Someone is suicidal, you rescue them and then beat them. Make it make sense
." Reactions range from disbelief to dark humor, with many mocking the absurdity of the situation and expressing frustration over the country’s handling of mental health issues.
