President Bola Tinubu commends Nigerian troops for two security operations. In one, the military rescues Hajiya Amina Rabe Abubakar, the wife of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died while in bandits’ custody. Tinubu, through a statement issued by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, says the operation brings relief to her family and Nigerians, and highlights what he calls professionalism, intelligence coordination, and bravery shown by the officers and men involved. In a separate operation in Kogi State, Tinubu also praises the armed forces and other security agencies for killing Ibrahim Bastuji, described as a notorious bandit kingpin. Tinubu portrays Bastuji’s death as a setback for criminal networks operating in Kogi and nearby areas, citing the bandit leader’s involvement in kidnapping and attacks on civilians. The president says the killing is expected to help restore confidence and bring relief to affected communities. He adds that the government will continue supporting security forces with resources, training, and operational backing, and urges the public to share timely, useful information with security agencies.
Tinubu praises troops after rescuing abducted widow and killing bandit leader
President Bola Tinubu commends Nigerian troops for two security operations. In one, the military rescues Hajiya Amina Rabe Abubakar, the wife of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died whil...
- President Bola Tinubu praises troops for rescuing Hajiya Amina Rabe Abubakar, widow of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar.
- Rabe Abubakar had died in captivity after being abducted, according to the reports.
- Tinubu also commends security forces for killing bandit leader Ibrahim Bastuji in Kogi State.
- The president describes the Bastuji operation as a major setback for criminal networks in Kogi and neighbouring areas.
- Tinubu calls for continued support and timely information from the public to security agencies.
President Tinubu has commended troops for rescuing the wife of Rabe Abubakar, a retired army major-general who died while in bandits’ captivity. A statement on Tuesday by Bayo Onanuga, his special adviser on information and strategy, said the operation “demonstrates a high standard of professionalism and the needed determination to confront forces of evil”. “The safe return of Hajiya Amina Rabe Abubakar is a source of relief to her family and to all Nigerians,” Tinubu said. “I commend the intelligence coordination and bravery of the officers and men who executed the rescue operation. We owe a debt of gratitude to our troops who risk their lives daily to keep us safe.” Tinubu also praised the armed forces and other security agencies for a separate operation in Kogi state that resulted in the killing of Ibrahim Bastuji, a notorious bandit kingpin. He described the development as a “major setback” for criminal networks operating in Kogi state and neighbouring areas. Tinubu said Bastuji’s years of violent activities, including kidnapping and attacks on civilians, had inflicted severe hardship on residents. He said that his death would help restore confidence and bring relief to affected communities. “I congratulate our gallant troops on this decisive milestone. Nigeria will not surrender any part of its territory to criminals,” Tinubu said. “Those who choose the path of violence against innocent citizens will find no hiding place. This success reflects the renewed determination of our security forces to secure every inch of our land.” The president assured Nigerians of the government’s continued commitment to providing the armed forces with the resources, training and support needed to end banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes. Tinubu also urged Nigerians to continue supporting security agencies by providing timely and useful information.
16 hours agoPresident Bola Tinubu has praised Nigerian troops for killing a notorious bandit leader in Kogi State and rescuing the widow of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died in captivity after being abducted in Katsina State. The post Tinubu commends military for killing bandit leader, rescuing ex-General’s widow appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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