Former Presidential media aide, Bashir Ahmad, has expressed grief over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Defence spokesperson, who reportedly died while in the custody of bandits after being abducted in Katsina State alongside his wife.
The retired senior military officer was said to have been kidnapped weeks earlier before news of his death emerged while still in captivity. His passing has sparked renewed concerns over the worsening security situation in parts of northern Nigeria, particularly cases involving abductions by armed groups.
Reacting via his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Bashir Ahmad described the incident as a national tragedy and a painful reminder of the country’s ongoing security challenges.
He wrote:
“The tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar in the captivity of bandits is a heartbreaking national tragedy and a stark reminder of the urgent security challenges facing our country.
It is disturbing that a man who dedicated his life to serving and defending Nigeria could become a victim of banditry. His death should not be treated as just another statistic but as a wake-up call for stronger and more decisive action against those terrorist bandits and all those behind them.
May Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, comfort his family and bring lasting peace and security to our nation. Ameen.”
The incident has continued to draw reactions from Nigerians, with many calling for intensified efforts by security agencies to curb kidnappings and restore stability in affected regions.
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