One person has reportedly been killed and another injured following a clash between operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and traders at Chorbe Market in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident occurred on Thursday during a weekly sanitation exercise reportedly being enforced by NSCDC personnel at the request of market officials.
According to reports, some traders resisted the exercise, arguing that their shops were located along the roadside and were not part of the market premises.
The confrontation reportedly escalated, with one trader allegedly fatally shot by armed NSCDC operatives. Several vehicles parked along the road also had their windscreens smashed.
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The situation reportedly triggered panic in nearby areas, including Apata, Alikazaure, Katako and Masalachi, as residents reportedly fled into their homes.
As traders regrouped to confront the security personnel, the NSCDC operatives reportedly withdrew from the area in their vehicle. The injured victim was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Efforts to obtain a response from the Plateau State Police Command were reportedly unsuccessful as the spokesperson’s phone could not be reached.
Authorities are yet to provide an official account of the incident.
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