How we rescued Amina, wife of Major General Rabe Abubakar – Nigerian Army

The Nigerian army has said its troops of the Nigerian Army with the support of the Nigerian Air Force have successfully rescued Mrs Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar and former Director Defence Information, who was abducted by bandits alongside her husband a few weeks ago.

A statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director Defence Information, said that the rescue operation followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts conducted by troops of Operation Fansan Yamma. 

The statement said that 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,” the statement said.

It said “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 said it remain committed to ensuring her full recovery and is providing all necessary support to her family during this difficult period.

It said 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.