President Tinubu Expresses Shock Over Killing of Retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar by Bandits in Katsina
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sadness and shock following the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, who was killed while in the custody of terrorists in Katsina State.
According to a statement issued by the Presidency, the retired senior officer was abducted by bandits on his way to his hometown after a distinguished military career. His wife remains in captivity, still held against her will by the same group.
President Tinubu extended his condolences to the deceased’s family, particularly his wife, as well as to the Katsina State government and the Nigerian Armed Forces.
In a firm message to the terrorists, the President declared that the Federal Government will not yield to their demands for the release of their members currently in custody.
“Bandits, kidnappers, and sponsors of terror should now surrender or face the full force of the Nigerian State. These windows of surrender will not remain open forever. And no mercy will be shown to those who trade in the blood of Nigerians,” the President said, reiterating his earlier statement made on June 12.
