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Abduction: Katsina Govt Says Former Defence Spokesman Abubakar Rabe Died Of Natural Causes In Captivity

Abduction: Katsina Govt Says Former Defence Spokesman Abubakar Rabe Died Of Natural Causes In Captivity

Former Director of Defence Information, retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died in captivity at the weekend, died of natural causes, Katsina State Government, has submitted.

Team@orientactualmags.com learned that the state government disclosed this in a statement issued to announce Abubakar’s passing while also submitting that the incident is a tragic loss to the state and the nation as a whole.

The state government in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasir Muazu said the retired military officer died from complications arising from diabetes and hypertension while in captivity.

‘The Katsina State Government, with a heavy heart and deep sense of loss, wishes to inform the general public of the tragic passing of Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar.

It is with profound sadness that we confirm the General’s death while in the bandits’ captivity. Despite the relentless and concerted efforts of the State Government and various Security Agencies to secure his safe release, the situation ended in this tragedy.

The deceased Retired General died a natural death from complications of diabetes and hypertension.

 His abduction and subsequent death are not only a loss to his family and Katsina State but a monumental loss to the entire country’ he said.

The statement added that Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has described the incident as a ‘dark moment’ noting that it underscores the urgent need for a stronger and more coordinated response to insecurity.

He extended his condolences to the family of the late General and assured that the government remains committed to working with security agencies to combat banditry in the state.

‘The Katsina State Government remains committed to working with the Federal Government and security forces to ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are brought to justice. We assure the citizens of Katsina State that our resolve to eliminate banditry and ensure the safety of all residents remains unshaken.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family during this difficult time. May the soul of the departed Retired Major General Rabe Abdulakdir rest in eternal peace’ the statement added-Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079,  08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you

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