Governor Caleb Mutfwang has eased the curfew in Jos North Local Government Area, allowing residents a daily window of movement from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. starting April 1, 2026. The partial relaxation was confirmed in a statement by the state commissioner for information and communication, Joyce Ramnap, who said lawful activities can now take place within those hours. The original curfew was imposed following a deadly attack on Angwan Rukuba that resulted in approximately 28 deaths on Palm Sunday. The government urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, noting that security agencies will maintain close surveillance to ensure stability. Authorities also acknowledged public cooperation during the tense period, reiterating their responsibility to protect lives and property across Plateau State.
A curfew lifted mid-day does not erase the trauma of 28 lives lost in Angwan Rukuba. Governor Mutfwang's adjustment suggests security conditions have shifted, but a partial relaxation after such a deadly attack indicates the threat has not fully passed. For residents, this means daily life remains constrained under the shadow of unresolved violence. The state's ability to deliver lasting safety, not just temporary windows of movement, will define its credibility.
