🦁 West Africa’s lions are facing the brink of extinction, with fewer than 400 individuals remaining in the wild. In countries such as Senegal, Niger, Nigeria and Benin, the survival of this critically endangered big cat is threatened by habitat loss, poaching and increasing human-wildlife conflict. 📉 Experts warn that declining populations could lead to a narrow genetic pool, increasing the risk of inbreeding and vulnerability to disease. Dr. Ibrahim Goni, Conservator-General of the Nigeria Pa