The governor of Plateau state, Caleb Mutfwang, has confirmed that the death toll from a gunmen attack in the Angwan Rukuba community of Jos North Local Government Area has risen to 28.

In a statewide broadcast on Tuesday, Mutfwang described the incident as "tragic" and "senseless," vowing that those responsible would be arrested and brought to justice.

The attack occurred on Sunday night in the Angwan Rukuba area of Jos, where gunmen opened fire on residents, causing multiple casualties and injuries.

Local authorities had earlier reported lower casualty figures before the governor confirmed the updated toll.

Security officers mobilised

Mutfwang, who visited the affected community and some of the injured, expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased and assured residents of the government's commitment to restoring peace and security.

Security agencies have been directed to intensify operations in the area to track down the perpetrators, he added.

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the Angwan Rukuba attack.