Talk:Jos
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regarding the 2001 riots in Jos: didn't they follow on increased demands by Hausa residents for political representation, including the possibility of a Hausa governor or Gbong Gwom Jos? the rioting was more properly between Hausas and "Plateau indigenes" (for want of a better term for Nassarawas, Beroms, etc.) than it was between Muslims and Christians. certainly Dariye's suspension and eventual reinstatement was as a result of powerful "Plateau indigenes" rejecting outside interference in Middle Belt politics, and insisting that for better or worse Dariye is a Plateau man?
what does it mean to say that Jos "is also a traditional state"?
is the reference to Hillcrest really appropriate in an encyclopedia entry? (even if former 'Cresters really believe their school to be the most important feature of the town, maybe there should be a bit more to the body of the article before the name-check.)
i'm going to get some research together and try to bulk this item out a bit, but i think the 'Crest reference should go. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 198.54.202.18 (talk • contribs) 04:52, 8 September 2005.
[edit] Jos
This article is extremely short and needs much more development, especially in the historical aspect, in order to understand why the city of Jos and Plateau State in general are witnessing so many ethnico/religious crises. The pre-colonial times: Plateau was isolated from the rest of the surrounding land, Jos was just a village. The Jihad of Usman Dan-Dodio did not attach much interest to this area, even though this period must have been hard as the many rests of old settlements on top of the hills can witness. Colonial times: The british mining discoveries developped Jos into a small centre. It was also a retreat for British officers (actual Wild life park). The colonial masters imported workmanship from all over the country: Hausas for the administration, Yorubas for work and services and Igbos for work and business (it's of course a quick caricature). Creation of the Gwom Bom Jos as leader of the Berom and extended Plateau tribes. Decolonisation: the emancipated local Plateau indigenes wanted to be masters on their land, and until now, they are running the state. All other tribes even if they are born on the Plateau since generations, are not allowed to access power, civil service, etc... This situation is explosive and with the actual leadership, nothing is going to bet better... unfortunately! —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 80.78.18.83 (talk • contribs) 09:30, 2 June 2006.
