February 27 2024- A tragic incident occurred at the Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, where a nine-year-old male lion killed a zookeeper named Mr. Olabode Olawuyi. Olawuyi, who had been in charge of the Zoological Garden for over a decade, was attacked while feeding the wild cats in their den. Despite efforts by other staff members to rescue him, the lion caused severe injuries, leading to his death. The vice chancellor ordered a full-scale investigation into the incident, and the aggressive lion has been euthanized. The university community is in mourning, and condolences have been extended to the family of the deceased.
Nigeria: Lion Kills Zookeeper in Ife
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