Fresh tension in Jos as violence erupts after govt eases curfew

News Fresh tension in Jos as violence erupts after govt eases curfew Published on April 1, 2026 By Matthew Atungwu googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); There was pandemonium on Wednesday in Jos, Plateau State capital a few hours after the state government relaxed the 48-hour curfew imposed following the deadly Sunday night attack in Anguwan Rukuba. According to Channels Television, sporadic violence broke out in parts of the city, with unconfirmed claims of fresh casualties. The development is said to have sparked panic among residents, forcing traders who had earlier resumed business activities to abandon their shops and flee to safety. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Security presence is reportedly increasing in affected areas, although authorities have yet to officially confirm the latest developments. Recall that the curfew was initially imposed to restore calm after the earlier killings, but the fresh unrest raises concerns about the fragile security situation in the state. Don't Miss SPFL reacts as three reportedly die in Akwa Ibom road crash You may like Jos Sunday killing was to embarrass Tinubu on his birthday’ – Cubana Chief Priest Jos: We’ve arrested those who threatened attack after Ramadan – Commissioner Plateau attacks: Govt eases curfew in Jos North Palm Sunday killing: We’ll protect you – Nigerian Govt tells Jos residents NBA condemns Plateau killings, demands action over Palm Sunday attack in Jos Palm Sunday massacre: Reactions as actor Zuby Michael asks Christians to leave Jos

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