Atiku reacts to death of retired Army General in bandits’ captivity, blasts Tinubu’s Govt

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned in strong terms the death of
former army spokesperson, Major General Abubakar Rabe, rtd, in bandits’ captivity

In a statement by his media office on Sunday, Atiku blasted the administration of President Bola Tinubu, lamenting that insecurity has worsened.

The former Vice President also cited the recent attack on schools in Chibok, Borno state, as evidence of worsening insecurity across the country.

He said the army officer’s death is a painful reminder of the vulnerability of Nigerians, including those who once served in the nation’s security architecture.

“It is with profound sadness and deep anger that we mourn the death of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, a distinguished former Army Spokesperson and Director of Defence Information, who tragically passed away while in the captivity of bandits.

“General Rabe devoted the better part of his life to defending Nigeria. He served this country with honour, courage, and distinction. That such a man could end up dying in the hands of criminals is both heartbreaking and unacceptable,” he stated.