Nigeria, Aug. 21 -- Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has condemned the attack on Bin-mper community in Mangu Local Government Area, describing the killings as barbaric, senseless and unacceptable.

Mutfwang spoke on Thursday during a condolence visit to the community in Kombum District, where the attack reportedly claimed 24 lives.

According to a report obtained from The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the community was attacked on the night of Monday, Aug. 18, with women and children reportedly among those killed.

The governor expressed deep concern over the incident and acknowledged the government's responsibility to protect residents from attacks.

"I condole with you all today and plead with you to take courage in the Lord.

"As...