Despite their several decades of exploits in warfare and other acts of gallantry, top retired military officers are not spared by the security challenges in Nigeria. Sunday Ehigiator chronicles a few unfortunate incidents of abduction and the killing of top military officers
Nigeria’s political landscape has long been marred by ethnic tensions and the proliferation of militia groups, non-state actors, bandits and terrorists whose activities have over the years undermined the lives of Nigerians.
While Nigerian soldiers have not been spared in this wave of violence, oftentimes losing their lives on the battlefields with terrorists, ironically retired officers who are supposed to be enjoying their peace, have also fallen victim. They are either killed, tortured, harassed or forced to pay ransom from the little money they have left. In some cases, they have to rely on contributions from friends and loved ones to stay alive. Below are some of the affected retired officers.
Major General Rabe Abubakar
Former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (rtd) and his wife were reportedly travelling towards Katsina on Saturday, May 30, 2026, when gunmen intercepted their vehicle in Matazu Local Government Area and whisked the retired officer and his wife to an unknown location.
