JUST IN: Plateau Govt Declares 48-Hour Curfew After Deadly Jos Attack
Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area after a deadly attack shook parts of the state capital.
The restriction follows a late-night assault in Gari Ya Waye community of Angwan Rukuba, where several residents were killed and many others left injured.
The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, threw the area into panic. Residents fled their homes as tension spread across nearby communities.
By early Monday, security concerns had escalated, forcing the state government to take urgent action to contain the situation.
In an official statement, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, condemned the incident, describing it as a “barbaric and unprovoked attack on innocent citizens.” She said the government would not tolerate acts of violence against law-abiding residents.
Authorities confirmed that the curfew took effect from midnight on Sunday. It is expected to last until April 1, 2026. Movement within Jos North is now restricted as security agencies intensify operations to restore order and hunt down those responsible.
Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang assured residents that security personnel have been deployed across flashpoints. He said the government is working closely with security agencies to prevent further violence.
The governor also urged residents to remain calm and support ongoing investigations by sharing useful information.
The development has already affected daily activities in the city. Businesses remain shut in several parts of Jos North, while movement is limited to only essential services.
The incident also disrupted academic activities at the University of Jos. The institution announced the postponement of examinations scheduled for Monday, March 30, and Tuesday, March 31. The decision, according to the school management, was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Deputy Registrar Emmanuel Madugu, speaking on behalf of the Registrar, advised members of the university community to be cautious. He urged them to avoid unnecessary movement, especially in the early hours, and to report any suspicious activity to the University Security Division.
University authorities said they are monitoring the situation closely. They also confirmed ongoing collaboration with security agencies to safeguard lives on campus and in surrounding areas.
For now, government officials are appealing for calm as security operatives continue investigations and work to restore peace across the affected areas.
