From Gyang Bere, Jos
Authorities have restored normalcy to Jos, the capital city of Plateau State, following a breach of the peace by some youths who obstructed traffic and set ablaze two trucks at Gada Biyu.
Security agents responded swiftly and brought the situation under control.
The security personnel responded to the incident where some youths reportedly obstructed traffic and set ablaze two trucks on the highway.
Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong in a press statement signed by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr Makut Simon Macham, said the intervention of authorities immediately brought the situation under control as the youths were dispersed and the road cleared, restoring traffic flow.
The statement said with the return of normalcy around Gada Biyu and environs, the government is urging citizens to avoid any act that could lead to the breakdown of law and order.
He said the security forces have continued their operations to dominate areas affected by recent attacks in Bassa and Riyom LGAs with a view to restoring normalcy and arresting perpetrators as directed by Governor Lalong after an emergency security council meeting.