Jos bomb scare sparks panic as police, Plateau government respond

• A bomb threat sparked panic in Jos as the police Explosive Ordnance Disposal team responded, detonating one suspicious device and securing others in the busy Terminus Market.
• The Plateau State Police later confirmed that it was a false alarm and that no explosives were found; the fear came from misinterpretation of harmless materials
• Governor Caleb Mutfwang reassured citizens of their safety, calling for calm and commending security forces for their quick response.

Jos, Plateau State — Panic gripped residents of downtown Jos on Tuesday, November 12, following reports of a possible bomb threat in the Terminus Market area.

Eyewitnesses have claimed that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team of the Nigerian Police quickly responded to a distress call after the suspected discovery of three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the busy market area of ​​Nigeria. Abuja.

According to witnesses, the EOD team managed to detonate one of the devices and remove the others, avoiding what could have been a major disaster, Channels reported.

However, the Plateau State Police Command was quick to respond to the situation, terming the alert a false alarm. Alfred Alabo, the command’s public relations officer, explained:

“After receiving this report, the Plateau State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Adesina, deployed bomb disposal technicians to the scene.

“After a thorough examination, it was confirmed that no explosive devices were found.”

Also reacting to the development, Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, in a statement signed by Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State via X, reassured citizens that the alert was unfounded.

“It was a misunderstanding. One group mistook a pile of polythene bags as a threat, causing unnecessary fear,” he said.

Governor Mutfwang urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and support the administration’s commitment to peace.

“Our security agencies are working tirelessly to keep you safe, encouraging residents to promptly report any suspicious activity,” he added.

Bomb blast rocks Imo market

Earlier, Legitime.ng reported that tragedy struck Orlu International Market, Imo State, on Tuesday, November 5, when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated, killing at least two people and injuring several others. The explosion sparked widespread panic, with residents fleeing in all directions.

Police Public Relations Officer Henry Okoye confirmed the incident, revealing that the two victims were the masterminds behind the IED.

Source: Legit.ng