Deadly Attack Rocks Jos: Authorities Impose Curfew to Restore Order
Gunmen strike bar near university in Jos, Nigeria, leaving dozens dead. Plateau State government responds with emergency curfew as investigation continues.
Jos, Nigeria - Tragedy struck the city of Jos overnight as gunmen carried out a deadly attack at a local bar near the university campus, reportedly killing dozens of people. In the aftermath, the Plateau State government has imposed a 48-hour curfew in the area in an effort to restore order and security.
According to initial reports, the attack occurred in the late evening hours when a group of armed assailants stormed the popular bar, opening fire indiscriminately on the patrons. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as the gunmen unleashed a barrage of bullets, sending terrified civilians scrambling for cover.
While the exact death toll remains unconfirmed, local authorities estimate that at least 30 people were killed in the assault. Many more were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals, where medical teams are working tirelessly to treat the wounded.
Source: Deutsche Welle
