Nigeria, March 7 -- The House of Representatives has resolved to probe the death of a veterinary technologist at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Bode Olawuyi, who was fatally attacked by a lion in the school's zoological garden.

The lower chamber reached this decision on Wednesday following a motion moved by Abimbola Ajilesoro (PDP, Osun) during the plenary session.

PREMIUM TIMES previously reported the unfortunate incident where the worker was mauled by the lion during a feeding session at the zoological garden, with the animal subsequently being shot by individuals in the vicinity.

The incident occurred on 12 February 2024.

Presenting the motion, Mr Ajilesoro said the tragedy could have been averted if the deceased had ac...