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August 18, 2021

Fulani militia still killing despite curfew in Plateau: Miango Youths

The police confirmed the development but declined further details.

Lalong, Fulani militia
August 18, 2021

Jos curfew subsists, Plateau govt warns

“Members of the public are advised to disregard any rumour of review of the current curfew,” Plateau commissioner for information said.

Commissioner for Information Dan Manjang
August 18, 2021

Jos Killings: Drug-inspired crimes given ethno-religious colouration, says Gov. Lalong

Mr Lalong said use of hard drugs was aggravating security challenges in the state, urging elders not to relent in advising them against such lifestyle.

Lalong, youths taking drugs
August 17, 2021

News of 25 Muslims killed in Jos cost Buhari his appetite, says Pantami

Mr Pantami said after speaking with top military chiefs on the matter, the president directed that the perpetrators be prosecuted.

Isa Pantami
August 15, 2021

UNIJOS suspends academic activities over killings

Exams were scheduled to commence on Monday August 16.

University of Jos gate (Credit: Premium Times)
August 15, 2021

Plateau governor orders 24 hour curfew in Jos North

The 24 hour curfew in Jos North Local Government will remain in force until further notice.

Simon Lalong
August 15, 2021

CAN urges arrest of perpetrators of Rukuba killings, condemns ongoing violence in other communities

The Plateau CAN chairman condemned recent attacks in Bassa, Riyom, Jos South and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas.

August 15, 2021

Rukuba Killings: Premeditated assault based on victims’ religion, says Buhari

The president said the attack was on members of a community exercising their rights to travel freely and to follow the faith of their choosing.

President Muhammadu Buhari
August 15, 2021

Rukuba Killings: Plateau govt imposes 6pm to 6am curfew on three LGAs

So far 20 suspects have been arrested and the security agencies are conducting investigations on the killings.

Simon Lalong
August 14, 2021

Military arrests 12 suspects over Jos killings, steps up patrol

Security personnel have stepped up patrols in Jos metropolis to maintain peace.

Nigerian army used to illustrate the story