Sokoto governor’s aide mourns Rabe, urges action against banditry
The death of former Nigerian Army spokesperson Maj. Gen. Abubakar Rabe in bandits’ captivity has been described as a national tragedy by Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.), Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State on Security Matters. Usman expressed deep grief over the incident and called for renewed efforts to combat insecurity across Nigeria. He also voiced concern for the late general’s wife, who remains in captivity. The aide urged authorities and citizens to intensify collaboration to end banditry and rescue those still held by criminal groups.
What we know
- Maj. Gen. Abubakar Rabe died in captivity after being kidnapped alongside his wife while travelling to Katsina State.
- Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.) described the incident as a painful loss and a wake-up call for stronger action against insecurity.
- The security adviser emphasized the need for collaboration between government, security agencies, and local communities.
- Concerns remain for the safe release of Rabe’s wife, who is still held by the kidnappers.
- Usman called for intensified efforts to track down the perpetrators and urged citizens to support security operations.
