Nigerian troops rescuing Hajiya Amina Abubakar in Katsina
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Military confirms rescue of General Rabe’s wife

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Troops have rescued Hajiya Amina Abubakar, the widow of Major General Abubakar Rabe, who was abducted with her husband in Katsina on May 30, 2026.

The military confirmed the rescue of Hajiya Amina Abubakar in Katsina. She regained freedom after the abduction alongside her late husband on May 30, 2026.

Titbits from ThisDay Live reported that troops rescued the wife of Gen. Rabe. Another account from Daily Trust stated that the widow has regained freedom.

No further details on the operation or current status were provided in the sources.

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Initial reactions on X show widespread relief and praise for the Nigerian military's successful rescue of Hajiya Amina Abubakar, with users commending troops and saying 'Alhamdulillah' or 'Masha Allah'. Some posts express skepticism about the timeline of events involving the general's death in captivity. High-engagement posts highlight ongoing operations against bandits.

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