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Security Agencies Investigate Circumstances Surrounding Rescue of General Rabe’s Widow

Daily Dispatch June 15, 2026

The widow of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar has been rescued after reportedly sustaining injuries in a recent incident. Authorities confirmed that she was successfully recovered during a swift operation and has since been admitted to a medical facility, where she is undergoing treatment

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General Rabe’s Son Contradicts Katsina Govt, Says Father Died from Snake Bite in Bandits’ Den

Daily Dispatch June 14, 2026

The son of the late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, Ishak Rabe Abubakar, has challenged the Katsina State Government’s account of the circumstances surrounding his father’s death in captivity. Speaking during an interview with DW Hausa, Ishak dismissed claims that the former military officer died from complications arising from diabetes, insisting that his

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Tinubu Mourns Retired General Rabe Abubakar, Vows No Negotiation With Terrorists

Daily Dispatch June 14, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, who died while being held captive by terrorists in Katsina State. The late military officer, who retired from active service a few years ago, was reportedly travelling to his hometown when he was abducted by the terrorists. Reacting to the […]

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Katsina Government Confirms Death of Retired Major General Rabe in Kidnappers’ Den

Daily Dispatch June 13, 2026

The Katsina State Government has confirmed the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while being held captive by bandits. In a statement issued on Friday, the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Mu’azu, described the incident as a painful tragedy and a significant loss to both Katsina State and Nigeria. According […]