Friday, August 28, 2026

Deadly explosion rocks Jos 

The capital of Plateau, Jos, was on Tuesday rocked by a powerful explosion which might have resulted in the injury of many residents.

• November 12, 2024
Jos explosion
Jos explosion [Credit: Leadership News]

The capital of Plateau, Jos, was on Tuesday rocked by a powerful explosion which might have resulted in the injury of many residents.

Peoples Gazette gathered that the explosion happened around 10:00 a.m. near the Terminus Market.

While there are no clear details of the blast, witnesses painted a gory scene.

The police command in Plateau has not been successfully contacted as of the time of filing this report.

However, security sources at the command confirmed the incident, noting that an investigation had commenced.

“The area has been cordoned off as investigators begin to assess the situation. We are working to determine the cause of the explosion. We urge calm and assure the public that we will do everything possible to ensure their safety.”

Details later…

We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.

More from Peoples Gazette

farmers

Agriculture

FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology

The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices

Katsina State

Politics

Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku

“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”

States

Kogi@35: Group urges govt to boost tourism, transport, housing

The organisation expressed concern over the condition of roads in the state.

Ebonyi State Map

Agriculture

Women farmers need easier access to land: Ebonyi IFAD–VCDP

The SPC noted that most women pay for or rent land to cultivate.

NationWide

NSIWC, PTDF partner on capacity building, human development

The chairman said the two institutions have strategic roles to play in human capital development.

Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle.

World

We will hunt you down anywhere, U.S. warns Nigerian Yahoo Boys

Mr Patel described the two extradited Nigerians as high-value suspects.

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa

States

Gov. Aiyedatiwa ‌⁠reduced Ondo debt profile by 83%in 18 months: Official

Mr Adeniyan reaffirmed the governor’s commitment to placing the people first.