Nigeria, April 28 -- The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has claimed responsibility for the killing of at least 29 people on Sunday in Guyaku community, Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

The terror group claimed the attack on its Telegram channel, according to Reuters.

Residents said the terrorists targeted youths and spectators gathered at a local football pitch in the community.

Witnesses and officials said the attackers operated for several hours, shooting sporadically at civilians before burning places of worship, homes, and dozens of motorcycles.

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who visited the community on Monday, confirmed the death toll and condemned the killings as a brutal act of cowardice.

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