Plateau Government Declares 48-Hour Curfew Following Deadly Attack
In response to a fatal security breach in the Gari Ya Waye community of Angwan Rukuba, the Plateau State Government has implemented a 48-hour curfew in Jos North Local Government Area. Several people lost their lives in the incident on Sunday, March 29, while others were injured to varied degrees.
The curfew goes into effect immediately, according to a press release issued on Sunday by Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, Commissioner for Information and Communication.
“The Plateau State Government together with security agencies wishes to inform the general public of the imposition of a 48-hour curfew within Jos North Local Government Area with immediate effect, commencing from 12 midnight of March 29 to April 1, 2026,” the notification states in part.
The administration said that the action was required to re-establish law and order after the incident and stop further disruptions. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang’s administration vehemently denounced the assault on locals, the statement continued.
The statement read, “The government, led by His Excellency, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, strongly condemns this barbaric and unprovoked attack on innocent citizens and assures the public that all necessary measures are being taken to apprehend and bring to justice the perpetrators.”
Additionally, residents were asked to maintain composure and provide helpful information to security officials.
“Citizens are urged to stay calm, stay vigilant, and cooperate fully with security agencies by providing any useful information that may aid ongoing investigations,” the statement continued.
In addition, the state government urged those living in the impacted area to adhere to the curfew strictly while security personnel try to bring about peace.
