Ice Prince Recounts 2001 Jos Crisis, Describes It as Full‑Blown War

Ice Prince Recounts 2001 Jos Crisis, Describes It as Full‑Blown War

Reported by Sele Media Africa |Ihuoma Amarachi

ABUJA / JOS, NIGERIA — Nigerian musician Panshak Zamani, popularly known as Ice Prince, has opened up about his harrowing experiences during the 2001 Jos Crisis, which he described as a full‑blown war that left deep and lasting trauma on residents of Plateau State. The rapper, who was still young at the time of the conflict, spoke candidly about the period during an appearance on the Echoo Room show with actor Teddy A, recalling scenes of extreme violence that have stayed with him over the years. [1]

Ice Prince said the crisis went far beyond isolated clashes, effectively transforming parts of Jos into a battlefield where fear and chaos reigned. He recalled that both churches and mosques were sharing weapons to help locals defend themselves, underscoring how desperate and widespread the violence became. The rapper vividly described shocking scenes he witnessed, including severed body parts on streets, which he said were seldom reported by the national or international media, leaving many Nigerians unaware of the full gravity of the situation. [2]

His reflections on the crisis have reignited conversations about the long‑term impact of communal violence on survivors, with fans and followers moved to tears as they recalled their own ordeals following his post. Supporters online have noted that Ice Prince’s testimony has helped shine a light on the human side of the conflict, which many felt was underreported at the time and remains an important part of Plateau State’s collective memory. [3]

Sources:-

“Jos Crisis: Churches, Mosques Were Sharing Guns, It Was a Full Blown Out War – Ice Prince” — Tori.ng [2]

– Ice Prince recounts Jos crisis interview — Plateau News Updates (Facebook)[1] – Fans moved by Ice Prince’s post about the crisis — Legit.ng (Facebook)* [3]

Citations:

1. facebook.com: www.facebook.com/PlateauNewsUpdates/posts/jos-crisis-churches-mosques-were-sharing-guns-it-was-a-full-blown-out-war-ice-pr/885681847304506/?utm_source=chatgpt.com2. Tori.ng: www.tori.ng/amp/317712/jos-crisis-churches-mosques-were-sharing-guns-it-w.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com3. facebook.com: www.facebook.com/legitngbreakingnews/posts/fans-were-moved-to-tears-as-they-recalled-the-terrible-ordeal-they-went-through-/1364506345703803/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Ihuoma Amarachi Grace

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Ihuoma Amarachi Grace is a journalist with Sele Media Africa, committed to telling authentic African stories with depth and creativity. A Christian and a student of English and Literary Studies, she blends her love for writing with the art of spoken word to inspire and inform. Her voice adds a thoughtful and artistic dimension to Sele Media’s mission of amplifying unheard voices across the continent.

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