The gunmen intercepted the couple’s vehicle and kidnapped them while travelling towards Katsina on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Matazu local government area. The state police spokesperson, Abubakar Aliyu, said the police have…
Suspected armed bandits have kidnapped a former Director of Defence Information, Rabe Abubakar, and his wife in Katsina State.
The gunmen intercepted the couple’s vehicle and kidnapped them while travelling towards Katsina on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Matazu local government area. The state police spokesperson, Abubakar Aliyu, said the police have already launched a manhunt to rescue the general and his wife.
As reported by The Nation, Aliyu made this known while confirming the kidnapping incident.
“The attack occurred at about 11a.m. on Saturday when the assailants, armed with dangerous weapons, intercepted a red Peugeot 406 saloon, carrying the general and his wife and traveling along the route.
“The driver, Abdullahi Sa’id, sustained a gunshot wound to his right arm during the attack; the general and his wife were abducted before security operatives arrived at the scene”.
Aliyu said the Commissioner of Police had visited the scene of the kidnapping incident for an on-the-spot assessment. He disclosed that the CP also deployed additional tactical units and resources to support rescue efforts.
The police spokesperson said the command remains committed to tackling criminal activities. Aliyu urged the public to continue supporting security agencies with credible information.
“Efforts to rescue the General and his wife, and apprehend the perpetrators are ongoing, and further developments will be communicated as investigations progress.”
