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Rabe’s death in captivity, a wake-up call - Sokoto gov’s aide

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  • The death of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe in bandits' captivity is described as a national tragedy and a wake-up call for Nigeria.
  • Rabe, a former Nigerian Army spokesperson, died after nearly two weeks in captivity following his abduction with his wife.
  • Officials are urging renewed commitment to tackling insecurity, calling for intensified efforts to rescue those still held captive and bring perpetrators to justice.

The death of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe while in the captivity of bandits has been called a national tragedy and a stark wake-up call for Nigeria's ongoing struggle with insecurity. Rabe, a former Nigerian Army spokesperson, reportedly died on Saturday after spending nearly two weeks in the custody of his abductors.

The death of Maj. Gen. Abubakar Rabe is a painful loss to his family, the Nigerian Army and the nation as a whole. He served this country with dedication and honour, and it is heartbreaking that his life ended under such tragic circumstances.

— Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.)Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, expressing grief over the general's death.

He was kidnapped along with his wife while traveling to Katsina State. Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.), Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, expressed profound grief over the loss. "The death of Maj. Gen. Abubakar Rabe is a painful loss to his family, the Nigerian Army and the nation as a whole," Usman stated, emphasizing the general's dedicated service to the country.

His death is a painful reminder of the security challenges confronting our nation. It should serve as a wake-up call for all stakeholders to intensify efforts towards ending banditry and other violent crimes.

— Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.)Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, emphasizing the need for action against insecurity.

Usman highlighted that Rabe's death underscores the persistent threat of banditry and kidnapping, stressing the need for stronger collaboration among government institutions, security agencies, and local communities. "His death is a painful reminder of the security challenges confronting our nation. It should serve as a wake-up call for all stakeholders to intensify efforts towards ending banditry and other violent crimes," he added.

We are deeply worried about the fate of his wife and call on security agencies to deploy every available resource to secure her safe and immediate release.

— Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.)Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, expressing concern for the captive wife.

Concerns also remain for the fate of the late general's wife, who is still held captive. Usman urged security agencies to deploy all available resources for her safe and immediate release. He called on authorities at all levels to strengthen efforts to free Nigerians currently held captive and to track down the perpetrators to ensure they face justice. Citizens were encouraged to support security operations through vigilance and intelligence sharing.

The tragic death of Maj. Gen. Rabe should strengthen our collective resolve to rescue those still in captivity and bring an end to the activities of these criminal elements. No family should be made to endure such pain and uncertainty.

— Col. Ahmed Usman (retd.)Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, calling for intensified efforts to free captives and end criminal activities.
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