Curfew Relaxation in Jos Sparks Tension and Attacks
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- •Muftwang's local government relaxed the curfew in Jos on April 1 without increasing security deployment.
- •Fresh violence erupted in Plateau communities immediately after the curfew was relaxed on April 1.
- •Three people were killed in a night attack by gunmen in Jos South on April 4.
- •Local reports confirmed hoodlum attacks increased following the curfew relaxation.
- •The government has not yet announced plans to boost security forces in response to the attacks.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Muftwang's government deploys additional security forces in Jos then the frequency of violent attacks may decrease, improving safety for residents in Plateau communities.
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AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Gunmen kill three in fresh night attack in Jos SouthAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Fresh violence erupts in Plateau communities as government relaxes curfewAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Tension in Jos as Muftwang relaxes curfew without adequate security deploymentAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)