Troops of the Nigerian Army with the support of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have successfully rescued Mrs Amina Abubakar, wife of the late former Director of Defence Information (DDI), Major General Rabe Abubakar, who was abducted by bandits alongside her husband two weeks ago in Katsina State.
The rescue operation followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts conducted by troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA.
A statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director Defence Information (DDI), on Monday night, said 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.
“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 remain committed to ensuring her full recovery and is providing all necessary support to her family during this difficult period,” the DDI stated.
He added 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 State but in the entire nation.
