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Kidnapped General Dies in Terrorists Captivity Buried in Katsina
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Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd), former Director of Defence Information, has died while in the captivity of bandits in Katsina State. According to a statement from the Katsina State Government, his death was attributed to natural complications arising from diabetes and hypertension. The incident prompted condemnation from various groups, including the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), who described it as a brutal act highlighting Nigeria's worsening security crisis.
Key points
- Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd) was abducted in Katsina State two weeks prior to his death.
- The abduction occurred when he and his wife were ambushed near the Matazu area of Katsina while en route for a wedding.
- The Katsina State Government confirmed that the former DDI died from natural complications related to diabetes and hypertension.
- State officials described the incident as a profound loss, emphasizing the need for intensified efforts against criminal elements.
- CONYL condemned the death, labeling it a 'barbaric and heinous act' and an indicator of Nigeria's deteriorating security situation.
Claims assessed
- VerifiableMajor General Rabe Abubakar (retd) was abducted in Katsina State.
- VerifiableThe Katsina State Government confirmed that the former DDI died due to natural complications from diabetes and hypertension.
- VerifiableCONYL stated that the killing of the retired General was a direct assault on the Nigerian state.
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The article does not provide independent verification of the cause of death or the circumstances surrounding the initial abduction beyond official statements.
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