Plateau State government has imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North following a violent attack in Anguwan Rukuba community. The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, resulted in the loss of many lives and left several others injured. Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers, who rode on motorcycles, invaded the community around 7:30 pm while residents were going about their daily activities.
The State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, announced the decision to impose the curfew in a statement on Sunday. According to her, the curfew is intended to prevent further escalation of violence in Jos and its surrounding areas. The curfew will commence from 12 midnight on March 29th and end on April 1st, 2026.
The Plateau State government has condemned the attack as "barbaric and unprovoked" and has assured the public that measures are being taken to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The government has also urged citizens to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies in their investigations.
The Plateau State government's decision to impose a 48-hour curfew in Jos North is a necessary measure to prevent further violence and protect citizens. However, this incident highlights the need for the government to take more concrete steps to address the root causes of insecurity in the state. The government's assurance to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice is welcome, but it remains to be seen whether this will be followed through. The people of Jos North deserve to live without fear of violence and intimidation, and it is the responsibility of the government to ensure their safety and security. The imposition of the curfew is a temporary solution, but it is essential that the government takes a more comprehensive approach to addressing the security challenges in the state.
