- Army troops rescued Amina Abubakar from bandits in Katsina
- The abductors shot her before fleeing from advancing soldiers
- She is receiving treatment as military operations continue
The Nigerian Army has rescued Mrs. Amina Abubakar, wife of the late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who was kidnapped by bandits before the former military officer died while in captivity.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the development was disclosed in a statement by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, who said troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA successfully secured her release following intensified military operations against criminal groups in Katsina State.
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According to Uba, sustained offensives and increased pressure on the bandits forced the criminals into retreat, enabling troops to trace them to Tunga Village, where contact was established and the rescue operation carried out.
He explained that the abductors shot Mrs. Abubakar during the encounter before abandoning her and fleeing as soldiers advanced on their position.
The rescued woman was immediately taken to a military medical facility for treatment. Defence authorities said she is responding well to medical care and remains under close observation.
The Armed Forces assured the public that every necessary measure is being taken to support her recovery and provide assistance to her family.
The military also reiterated its resolve to apprehend those responsible for the abduction and intensify ongoing operations aimed at eliminating banditry and terrorism in Katsina State and other affected parts of the country.
Following the death of Major General Abubakar, the Defence Headquarters Joint Task Force North West under Operation FASAN YAMMA launched a large-scale offensive, tagged Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting bandit hideouts in Matazu Local Government Area and surrounding communities.
Military authorities said the operation, which began on June 14, 2026, is focused on tracking down those linked to the attack, dismantling criminal networks, and restoring peace and security across the affected areas.
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