The Digest:
The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew across Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly attack in the Gari Ya Waye community of Angwan Rukuba on Sunday night. An unconfirmed number of residents were killed in the attack, triggering panic and a heavy security presence. Governor Caleb Mutfwang condemned the incident as a "barbaric and unprovoked" attack on innocent citizens and directed security agencies to deploy all necessary resources to track down the perpetrators. The curfew took effect from midnight Sunday and will run until April 1.
Key Points:
- The curfew covers the entire Jos North Local Government Area and runs from March 29 to April 1.
- Gunshots rang out late Sunday, forcing residents indoors as security operatives moved into the area.
- Several residents were killed, with others sustaining varying degrees of injuries.
- Governor Mutfwang condemned the attack and ordered security agencies to pursue the perpetrators.
- Jos North has faced repeated security challenges, often prompting temporary movement restrictions.
As Plateau State mourns another deadly attack, the curfew aims to prevent further violence while security forces work to apprehend those responsible for the latest tragedy.
Sources: Premium Times
