2002 – WHITE PAPER ON THE REPORT OF THE JUDICIAL COMMISSION OFINQUIRY INTO THE CIVIL DISTURBANCES IN JOS AND ITS ENVIRONS, SEPTEMBER 2002

The White Paper on the Report of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into the Civil Disturbances in Jos and Its Environs, issued in September 2002, presents the Government’s official response to the findings and recommendations of the Judicial Commission established to investigate the civil disturbances in Jos and surrounding areas.

The document examines the circumstances, causes, and events surrounding the disturbances, including issues relating to the breakdown of peace and security, the involvement of different groups and interests, and the resulting loss of lives, injuries, destruction of property, and displacement.

It also sets out the Government’s position on the Commission’s findings and recommendations, including proposed measures concerning security, administration, peaceful coexistence, accountability, and the prevention of future conflicts. As an official government response, the White Paper provides an important primary source for researchers seeking to understand the official interpretation of the Jos disturbances and the measures proposed to address their underlying causes.