The widow of the late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar and former Director Defence Information, who was abducted by bandits alongside her husband a few weeks ago has been rescued.
A statement on Monday evening signed by Samaila Uba, a Major General and Director Defence Information, disclosed that troops of the Nigerian Army with the support of the Nigerian Air Force successfully rescued the kidnap victim, but regretted that she was shot during the operation by the terrorists and receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
Newsmata.com.ng reports that Amina was kidnapped alongside her husband on May 30, 2026, when they ran into an ambush along the Marabar Musawa–Kafinsoli road in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State while travelling for a wedding.
According to the army spokesman, “The rescue operation followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts conducted by troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA. During sustained offensive operations and pressure mounted on the criminal elements, troops 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.
“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.”
Uba assured 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.”
