The incident has sparked mixed reactions on social media
Wed, 9 Oct 2024
Source: BBC
Residents in Yauri, northwestern Nigeria, are celebrating after a feared hippo and its calf were killed by local farmers and fishermen.
The hippo had previously attacked and killed a fisherman, prompting the state government to order its removal for community safety.
Local men tracked and killed the hippo, sharing its meat with the community.
While many locals expressed relief, animal rights activists criticized the action, highlighting the hippo's endangered status and advocating for relocation instead.
The incident has sparked mixed reactions on social media regarding animal welfare versus community safety.
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Source: BBC