Tension In Jos As Igbo Traders Allegedly Close Shops For Fear Of Reprisal

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Tension In Jos As Igbo Traders Allegedly Close Shops For Fear Of Reprisal

Jos, the capital of Plateau state, is reportedly, currently stricken with tension as Igbo traders have allegedly closed shops for fear of a reprisal attacks from Hausa residents following news of a clash between Hausa community and some youths in Rivers state on Thursday.

The reports say there was pandemonium on Ahmadu Bello Way on Thursday evening over a rumour that a reprisal attack against non-northerners had started.

Particularly at Choba Junction, a resident claims both Hausa and Igbo youths are stoning each other.