The Kano State Zoological Garden has evacuated a python and a lion from the residence of former Accountant General of the Federation (AGF)Ahmed Idris, following reportedly escaped from their cage in Idris’ house.
Penpushing reports that the Zoological Garden Managing Director, Sadiq Muhammad confirmed this adding that the escape of the animals, including a crocodile and a lion cub caused fear in the densely populated Mandawa residential area of the Kano metropolis
The Managing Director added that the evacuation of the animals was with approval of the state government following the panic in the area, stating that Idris voluntarily handed over the animals to the zoo, and they are now in the zoo’s custody.
Penpushing further reports that Muhammad explained that the former Accountant General of the Federation (AGF) had a licence to keep the animals and that they had not reached a stage where they posed any danger.
‘There is a law called the Wild Animal Law, which permits individuals to keep certain wild animals in their homes. These may include endangered and non-endangered species’, Muhammad stated.
“However, endangered species – those facing extinction, such as parrots and vultures-must only be kept in zoos to support their reproduction and survival, not for personal amusement”, he said.
Penpushing also reports that the garden boss added that the law outlines requirements for approval, such as obtaining a licence, creating an appropriate habitat, and ensuring proper feeding and safety.
“When I heard about the situation, I verified that he had a license and that the lion was still a cub, posing no harm. However, once such animals reach a certain age, they must be transferred to the zoo’.
“That’s why the license must be renewed annually to ensure safety. Before any animal becomes potentially harmful, it should already be in our custody. I visited the residence and confirmed the animals had not reached a dangerous stage’.
‘However, due to concerns raised by neighbours, the former AGF decided to surrender all the animals to the government. We collected them, and they are now safely housed in Kano Zoo’, Muhammad stated.
Penpushing reports that Idris who served as the Accountant General of the Federation during the administration of former late President Muhammadu Buhari is currently being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly diverting N109.5 billion in public funds.
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