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.
The violence, which occurred late Sunday night, left an unconfirmed number of residents dead and several others injured, triggering panic and a swift deployment of security personnel to the area.
In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, the government said the curfew was necessary to restore calm and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
According to the statement, the restriction took effect from midnight on March 29 and will remain in force until April 1, covering the entire Jos North axis.
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Residents reported hearing sustained gunfire during the attack, forcing many to remain indoors as security operatives moved in to secure the neighbourhood and contain the situation.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang condemned the incident, describing it as a barbaric and unprovoked assault on innocent citizens.
He directed security agencies to deploy all available resources to apprehend those responsible and ensure they face justice, while also strengthening surveillance across vulnerable communities.
Authorities have urged residents to remain calm, stay vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist ongoing investigations.
Jos North has experienced recurring security challenges in recent years, often prompting emergency measures such as curfews to prevent reprisals and stabilise affected communities.
The latest development adds to growing concerns over safety in parts of Plateau State, as efforts continue to contain violence and restore normalcy.
