- Gunmen have abducted the former Director of Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Rabe Abubakar (retd.), alongside his wife during a trip to Katsina State.
- The incident occurred within the Matazu Local Government Area, where the attackers opened fire, injuring the retired general’s driver before seizing the couple.
- Top military sources have confirmed that specialized search and rescue operations have been initiated to track down the kidnappers and secure the safe release of the victims.
The military has launched immediate, targeted rescue operations to secure the safe release of the former Director of Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Rabe Abubakar (retd.), and his wife.
Eko Hot Blog reports that a top military source confirmed the distressing development on Saturday, stating that the armed forces received the report of the abduction and are actively deploying measures to ensure the retired senior officer and his spouse are recovered unharmed.
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At the time of this report, official statements from the primary security agencies regarding the operational details remain pending.
The violent incident unfolded while the former defense spokesman and his wife were traveling through Katsina State. According to details shared on a verified military veterans’ communication platform, the couple’s vehicle was ambushed by gunmen within the Matazu Local Government Area.
During the assault, the retired general’s driver managed to escape the scene but sustained a gunshot injury from the attackers.
Following the chaotic ambush, the senior officer’s vehicle, a red Peugeot 406, was recovered by security personnel and has been parked at the Matazu Division of the Nigeria Police Force.
The information was swiftly escalated through veteran intelligence channels to alert the high command and speed up tracking efforts.
The brazen abduction of a retired high-ranking military strategist further highlights the persistent security challenges facing travelers within the northwestern axis of the country.
