Nigeria, March 15 -- The Plateau State Government has condemned the killing of 20 security officials by bandits in the Garga area of Kanam Local Government Area, pledging tougher measures to restore peace.

In a statement issued on Sunday by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, the government expressed deep concern over the Friday attack, which caused panic in Wanka, Kyaram, Gyambau and nearby communities.

The statement paid tribute to the fallen officials, describing them as heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice while confronting the bandits.

"The government commends the bravery and sacrifice of the security personnel and local vigilantes who lost their lives in the course of confronting the attackers," it...