The Plateau State Tourism Corporation has announced the disappearance of a hyena that escaped its enclosure at the Jos Wildlife Park.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, this information was conveyed in a statement from the corporation on Monday in Jos after the animal was found to be missing.
The Jos Wildlife Park is recognized as one of the premier tourist destinations in Plateau State and a notable site for nature conservation in Nigeria.
In response to the escape, the park’s management has implemented precautionary measures to protect the public and aid in capturing the animal.
The statement read, “The hyena is currently being tracked by our dedicated team of game guards and park rangers with the assistance of drone technology. We assure the public that we are taking all necessary measures to locate the escaped animal and ensure its safe return to its enclosure soonest. We kindly request the public to remain calm and avoid any approach to the hyena if sighted and you can kindly notify the park authorities immediately on 09026927620 and 09131000945. We thank you for your cooperation and promise to update the public as soon as the situation is resolved.”
