*Imposes curfew in Jos 

The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, while on a visit at the scene of the deadly attacks by secterian-induced elements in Jos on Monday, described the incident as “painful”, vowing that perpetrators would be brought to justice.

He assured families of dignified burials for victims and pledged that the government would cover medical expenses for the injured.

“This is not the pain of a few, it is the pain of all of us,” the governor said, urging residents—especially youths—to remain calm and avoid reprisals.

Security developments quickly followed, with a 48-hour curfew imposed in parts of Jos to prevent further violence. Authorities confirmed that security forces had been deployed in large numbers, while at least one suspect linked to prior threats circulating on social media had been arrested.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by Daniel Okoh, condemned the killings, describing them as a horrifying violation of a sacred day. The group alleged that attackers disguised themselves in security uniforms and demanded a thorough investigation and swift justice.

Similarly, the Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of the Natives (PIDAN) denounced the attack as barbaric and warned that continued inaction could push communities toward self-defense.