Fears of a possible explosion on Tuesday rattled Jos residents after reports that alleged explosives were found at the busy area near Abuja Market in the city center.
However, the Plateau State Police Command quickly dispelled the rumours, assuring residents that there was no active threat.
According to the police statement, a team from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit responded promptly to a distress call about suspected explosive devices.
Eyewitnesses report had claimed that the police removed the devices, and the development initially stirred fear among those nearby.
A witness noted, “The police acted fast. They managed to prevent any explosion in the market, which would have caused serious harm.”
However, in a press release, the Police Public Relations Officer, Alfred Alabo, clarified that there were no explosives posing any real danger.
He explained that a suspicious shallow hole near Murtala Mohammed Way, close to the old JUTH fence, had caused initial panic but was thoroughly investigated and found to be harmless.
The statement read, “Upon receiving this report, the Plateau State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Adesina, directed our EOD team to the scene. The area was secured, and after careful examination, we confirmed there were no explosive devices.”
The commissioner and other senior officers also visited the location to reassure the public.
