Plateau State has been gripped by rising tension following a gunmen attack on Angwa Rukuba, a community in the state capital. The University of Jos has taken proactive measures to ensure student safety amidst the turmoil.
The university's management has rescheduled examinations initially slated for Monday and Tuesday. This decision was made in response to the Sunday night attack by unknown gunmen on residents of Angwan Rukuba, resulting in the deaths of an unspecified number of youths.
The Plateau Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area in an effort to curb the situation. The curfew was announced by Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mrs Joyce Ramnap, in a statement on Monday.
The university's Deputy Registrar, Mr Emmanuel Madugu, has advised staff and students to remain vigilant and report any security breaches to the university's security unit. He also directed the suspension of academic activities and hostel closures.
The Plateau Government's imposition of a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area is a clear indication that the situation is spiraling out of control. The fact that the university has rescheduled examinations to prioritize student safety is a testament to the gravity of the situation. The attack on Angwan Rukuba has left many questions unanswered, and the Plateau Government must take concrete steps to address the root causes of this violence. The people of Plateau State deserve to live without fear of gun attacks and curfews. The Plateau Government must take immediate action to restore peace and security in the affected areas.
