A delegation from Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQ) visited the family of late Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd.) and the Katsina State Government on Sunday to offer condolences. The visit was confirmed in a Monday statement by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer for Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA.
Major General IM Abdullahi, Chief of Administration for the Army, led the delegation. He extended sympathies from Chief of Defence Staff General OO Oluyede and the entire Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN). During the family visit in Katsina, Abdullahi praised the late officer as a devoted and patriotic soldier who served the nation with excellence for over three decades.
Abdullahi highlighted Abubakar’s significant contributions to the Nigerian Army and the country’s security framework. He assured the family that security agencies will work to ensure those responsible for the general’s death face justice. As a mark of honor, he presented the national flag to the family in recognition of Abubakar’s service and sacrifice.
Alhaji Dikko Mu’azu Ruma, speaking on behalf of the family, expressed gratitude to the CDS and the armed forces for their support during this mourning period.
The delegation also visited the Katsina State Government House, where Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe received them on behalf of Governor Dikko Radda. Abdullahi reiterated the military leadership’s condolences, calling the late general a distinguished son of Katsina State whose national service will be remembered.
Deputy Governor Jobe described Abubakar’s death as a painful loss for both the state and Nigeria, noting that his dedication to national service will inspire future generations. He urged stronger collaboration among stakeholders to combat insecurity and pledged the state’s continued support for military operations aimed at restoring peace in the North-West.
In response, Abdullahi commended the Katsina government for its support to security agencies, emphasizing that cooperation between the military and state government is vital for lasting peace in the region. Special prayers were offered for the repose of the late officer’s soul at both the family residence and the Government House.
Other members of the delegation included Major General WB Idris (Theatre Commander, Operation FANSAN YAMMA), Major General BP Koughna (GOC 8 Division), Rear Admiral AM Haruna, Air Vice Marshal AY Abdullahi, Major General JS Bindawa (retd.), Brigadier General SK Usman (retd.), and Air Vice Marshal IS Kaita (retd.).