The Plateau State Government has relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following a recent attack in the Angwan Rukuba community that left over 20 people dead and several others injured.
The development was confirmed in a statement signed by Joyce Ramnap, the state’s Commissioner for Information and Communication, which was made available to TVC News on Wednesday.
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According to the statement, the State Government disclosed that the decision was reached following the relative peace experienced in the communities and consultation with the security agencies.
The state directed that, effective Wednesday, citizens can go about their lawful activities from 6 am to 6 pm daily.
The statement reads, “Following the relative peace being experienced in Jos North Local Government Area after the attacks at Angwan Rukuba, the government, in consultation with security agencies, has further relaxed the curfew hours earlier imposed on Jos North LGA as follows:
“Effective Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, curfew will be relaxed in Jos North LGA from 6 am to 6 pm daily. Citizens are therefore urged to be mindful of this development and carry out their lawful duties within the relaxed hours not affected by curfew, while ensuring to observe the enforced curfew period of dusk to dawn (6 pm to 6 am).”
The statement further revealed that the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has directed all security agencies to strictly enforce the curfew to ensure the protection of lives and property, as well as to restore calm in the affected areas.
Residents are advised to remain indoors during curfew hours, cooperate with security agencies, and share any useful information that will support efforts to maintain peace and order.
