Major General Abubakar Killed in Captivity
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- Published
- June 13, 2026
- Duration
- 1:30
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- Last updated
- Jun 14, 2026
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Retired Nigerian Army Major General Rabe Abubakar has died in captivity after being kidnapped last month alongside his wife in Katsina State. The military confirmed his death, calling it a devastating loss and honoring his lifelong service in counter-insurgency operations. The abduction, allegedly occurring while he traveled to a wedding, highlights the e…
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Retired Nigerian Army Major General Rabe Abubakar has died in captivity after being kidnapped last month alongside his wife in Katsina State. The military confirmed his death, calling it a devastating loss and honoring his lifelong service in counter-insurgency operations. The abduction, allegedly occurring while he traveled to a wedding, highlights the escalating threat posed by armed criminal gangs in northwest Nigeria—known for kidnappings, cattle rustling, and violent attacks. Though no grou
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