Whether remembered as an effective communicator, an unwavering institutional loyalist or a spokesperson whose optimism sometimes outpaced realities on the ground, Mr Abubakar occupied a unique place in Nigeria’s security history.
Major General Rabe Abubakar, former military spokesman, dies in captivity

The Katsina State Government has confirmed the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the captivity of bandits, describing the development as a tragic loss to the…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Abuja, has confirmed the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former military spokesperson and senior officer of the Armed Forces of…

President Bola Tinubu has said he expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, who was reportedly abducted by suspected terrorists in Katsina State…

Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, former Army spokesperson, has died in bandits' captivity in Katsina State. Learn more about Rabe Abubakar death.

Following the announcement of the former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar, in the den of bandits, the Defence Headquarters has issued a statement…

The Defence Headquarters mourns the tragic death of General Rabe Abubakar, who died in captivity, and vows to intensify operations against criminal element

Major General Rabe Abubakar Batsari (rtd), one of Nigeria’s most recognisable military communicators whose career spanned nearly three...

National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark, has described the death of former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe...

President Tinubu expresses shock and sadness over the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar in kidnappers' custody, vowing no mercy for terrorists.

"While the terrorists have done their worst, the president wants them to know that the government will never bow to their demand to release their members held by our security…

The Senate has expressed sorrow over the death of the former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (rtd.).

• Gov Radda demands stronger response to insecurity

Former Army spokesman, Rabe Abubakar, dies in captivity, sparking outrage from ex-generals who blame government's failure to address insecurity. President

…Vows to Intensify Anti-Terrorism Operations By Kingsley Omonobi The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Director of Defence Information,…

Whether remembered as an effective communicator, an unwavering institutional loyalist or a spokesperson whose optimism sometimes outpaced realities on the ground, Mr Abubakar…

Atiku Abubakar expresses sorrow over Gen Rabe's death in bandit custody and renewed Chibok attacks, warning Nigeria is losing its fight against insecurity.

Sokoto governor's aide describes Maj. Gen. Abubakar Rabe's death in captivity as a national tragedy, urging renewed commitment to tackling insecurity.

A group expresses sorrow over the death of Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died in kidnappers' custody, and opposes amnesty for terrorists.

A security source contradicts the initial account of how General Rabe Abubakar's body was recovered after he died in captivity

The death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar in kidnappers’ custody should trouble the conscience of the nation. Nigeria has, regrettably, become