By Abbanobi -Eku Onyeka
Abuja
The Senate Committee on Army has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Major General Rabe Abubakar (Rtd.), former Director of Defence Information and a proud son of Batsari Local Government Area, Katsina State.
In a press release signed over the weekend by Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua, Chairman of the Committee, the lawmakers said General Abubakar was abducted alongside his wife on May 30, 2026, along the Katsina–Matazu road.
The Committee said that throughout his career and in retirement, the late general served Nigeria with honour and continued to contribute meaningfully to national security discourse.
It extended sincere condolences to his immediate family, the Nigerian Army, the people of Batsari LGA, and the entire Katsina State. “We pray that Almighty Allah grants him Aljannah Firdaus and gives his family the fortitude to bear this loss,” the statement said.
The Committee also reaffirmed its commitment to work with the Executive and security agencies to strengthen measures that protect lives and property. It saluted the dedication of security personnel and urged Nigerians to remain united and patient as efforts to restore peace continue.
