- The management of the Plateau State Tourism Corporation, PSTC, announced the disappearance of the hyena on Monday
The residents of Plateau State are consumed by trepidation and anxiety following the escape of a hyena from the Jos Wildlife Park.
The management of the Plateau State Tourism Corporation, PSTC, announced the disappearance of the hyena on Monday.
The announcement is contained in a statement issued by the corporation on Monday in Jos after the animal was discovered missing.
NAN reports that the Jos Wildlife Park is known as one of Plateau’s topmost tourist attractions and a place in Nigeria where nature has been preserved.
The park’s management announced a cautionary measure to safeguard the public and help in apprehending the animal.
It also called for calm among members of the public and gave out phone numbers to call if the hyena is sighted.
“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,” it stated