The Director Headquarters has announced rescue of the wife of former Director Defence Information Major General Rabe Abubakar (Rtd) from terrorists den.
Rabe and his wife Mrs Amina Abubakar were abducted by terrorists on 30 May 2026 in Katsina State.
After days in captivity, the former Defence Spokesman was confirmed dead and buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
A statement by the Director Defence Information Major General Samaila Uba on Monday night said troops of the Nigerian Army with the support of the Nigerian Air Force successfully rescued Mrs Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar and former Director Defence Information.
He said the rescue operation followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts conducted by troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA.
According to him, troops during sustained offensive operations made contact with the bandits at Tunga Village, leading to the successful recovery of Mrs Abubakar.
“In the course of the encounter, the bandits shot Mrs Abubakar before abandoning her and fleeing due to the overwhelming pressure from advancing troops.
Mrs Abubakar was immediately evacuated and is currently receiving medical attention at a military hospital, where she is responding to treatment” he said.
Uba reaffirmed that the leadership of the Armed Forces of Nigeria remain committed to ensuring her full recovery and is providing all necessary support to her family during this difficult period.
He further stated that troops will continue ongoing operations to track down and neutralise the perpetrators, while intensifying efforts to rid affected communities of terrorists not just in Katsina but in the entire nation.
