Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following what officials described as a relative return to calm after recent attacks in Angwan Rukuba.
According to a statement issued by the Commissioner for
Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, the adjustment takes effect from
April 8, 2026, allowing residents to move freely between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00
p.m., while the curfew will now run from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Residents were urged to carry out lawful activities within
the approved hours and to strictly comply with the curfew restrictions.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has directed security agencies to
ensure full enforcement of the new directive to safeguard lives and property
and sustain peace in the area. Authorities also advised residents to remain
indoors during curfew hours, cooperate with security operatives, and provide
useful information to support ongoing security efforts.
The curfew was initially imposed after deadly attacks in
parts of Jos North, particularly in Angwan Rukuba, where several lives were
lost. In recent days, violence has resurged across parts of Plateau State,
including incidents in Jos South, Barkin Ladi, and Riyom.
Despite the easing of restrictions, authorities say the
situation remains calm but tense, with intensified patrols and surveillance
continuing across affected communities.
The latest relaxation follows an earlier easing of the
initial 48-hour total curfew imposed after the Angwan Rukuba attacks that
claimed 33 persons.
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