late retired Major General in the Nigerian Army, Rabe Abubakar
The Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd), who reportedly died while in the custody of kidnappers in Katsina State.
In a statement issued on Friday by its Convener, Ambassador Mary Abayomi-Fatile, the group described the late senior military officer’s death as painful and disturbing, noting that he dedicated much of his life to defending Nigeria and protecting its citizens.
Major General Abubakar was reportedly abducted alongside his wife while travelling through Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina state.
According to reports, he died during captivity after suffering complications related to diabetes and hypertension.
