Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has confirmed that no fewer than 29 people were killed in a deadly attack on Guyaku community in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, describing the incident as tragic and unacceptable.
The governor disclosed the figure during an on-the-spot assessment of the affected community, where he also condoled with bereaved families and assured residents of the government’s commitment to improving security.
During his visit, Governor Fintiri reiterated his administration’s resolve to work with security agencies to prevent a recurrence and restore normalcy to the area.
The atmosphere in the community remains tense, with grief and fear evident among residents, particularly women, children, and the elderly, many of whom have abandoned their homes over concerns of further attacks.
Community leader, Kumo Gombi, Aggrey Ali said the attackers operated for several hours, killing dozens of residents, burning places of worship, and destroying property including motorcycles.
