The Vice Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the 2027 general elections, Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has lamented the tragic death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar in the captivity of bandits.

Kwankwaso noted that "after a distinguished career of service to the nation, General Abubakar deserved a peaceful retirement.

Kwankwaso decried: "His tragic passing underscores the severe and worsening state of insecurity across Nigeria."

Kwankwaso, in a solemn tribute, highlighted: @KwankwasoRM

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, in the hands of his terrorist captors in Katsina State.

"After a distinguished career of service to the nation, General Abubakar deserved a peaceful retirement. His tragic passing underscores the severe and worsening state of insecurity across Nigeria.

"The continued loss of both serving and retired military officers, as well as other Nigerians to terrorists has become far too frequent and must not be normalised.

"I urge the relevant authorities to intensify efforts to secure the immediate and safe release of his wife, and others who remain in captivity.

"My heartfelt condolences go to his family, friends, and associates." - RMK