Jaiz Bank damaged in Jos unrest

The headquarters of Jaiz bank in Plateau State was among structures damaged in Jos Tuesday morning in unrest on Ahmadu Bello Way.

A deployment of regular and mobile police has since been drafted to quell the crisis that erupted on Tuesday morning.

The crisis started after a group of youths barricaded Ahmadu Bello Way, blocking off traffic.

Another set of youths disagreed to the barricade, sparking unrest.

Many cars were smashed and burnt, and shops destroyed.

Businesses in the area closed to avert destruction, correspondents say.

Gunshots were heard in the area, forcing residents in the area to run from the scene.