The situation in Jos, northern Nigeria, is gradually improving after last week’s clashes between Christians and Muslims left over 325 people dead, 18 thousand displaced and many places of worship reduced to ashes.
Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Jos told Fides Agency that policy makers, religious leaders and elders had several meetings that were very fruitful to try to restore calm and peace in the community.Nigerian Vice-President, Goodluck Jonathan, visited the city yesterday, accompanied by six governors, and invited the people to dialogue.
Archbishop Kaigama said the visit of the Vice-President was very positive as it encouraged the people to overcome their fear.
The Archbishop of Jos added that there has been a decrease in the number and intensity of alarming messages arriving on mobile phones.
Archbishop Kaigama added that whatever the origin of those messages may be, they have greatly contributed to spreading fear and thus, to fueling hatred and violence.