The claim of a mass heart attack has been criticised by wildlife experts, however, who suggest the animals were more likely to have died from an infection.
But there was clearly a problem and the cat - described as "elderly" - was able to attack. A spokesman for the zoo said: "The animal entered the enclosure when the keeper was there. "The tiger attacked the human.
But, if they want to take our hospitality for stupidity, we are ready to prove to them that the gentility of a tiger is not an act of cowardice. Before now, it was the Fulani herdsmen, now it is the Ijaw people that are on the prowl.
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He said that all of them in the community have deserted the community due to fear of attack adding that while some found their way to Rijau, others ran into the bushes and rocks to hide.
Reports say the park was open at the time but that the attack was not witnessed by any visitors. Police are now investigating the horrific incident and have said the reason for the attack is unclear.
It has been reported before the attack the owner Mr Singh had spoken about handing over the violent canine to a dog charity, Nai Pahal Welfare Society.