Kidnapped Nigerian retired general dies in captivity
Summary
A retired Nigerian army general named Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar was kidnapped last month in north-west Nigeria and has died while in captivity. His abduction and death show ongoing security problems in the region, where criminal gangs often attack and kidnap people.Key Facts
- Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar was a retired Nigerian army general and former military spokesman.
- He was kidnapped along with his wife and driver in Katsina state on May 30.
- No group has claimed responsibility for the kidnapping.
- Abubakar died while being held captive, according to the Nigerian military.
- Criminal gangs known as "bandits" frequently carry out kidnappings and attacks in north-west Nigeria.
- Some militant jihadist groups operate in the region and have been targeted by US airstrikes.
- The military kept the abduction secret during rescue attempts and is now working to find those responsible.
- The whereabouts and condition of Abubakar’s wife remain unknown.
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