Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar Laid To Rest In Katsina
Retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, who died two weeks after being kidnapped by bandits, has been buried in Katsina in accordance with Islamic rites. The funeral drew family members, senior military officers, government officials and residents, who described the occasion as both solemn and deeply painful.
Anti-Insecurity Protest Enters Third Day In Abuja
Demonstrators demanding improved security have entered their third day of protests in Nigeria’s capital, blocking a bridge on the Karu-Nyanya expressway linking Nasarawa and Abuja. Wielding placards and chanting anti-government songs, the protesters called on the government to fulfil its responsibility of protecting lives.
Boko Haram/ISWAP Terrorists Raze Schools In Chibok, Borno
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on Saturday stormed Kautikari village in the Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State, setting primary and secondary schools ablaze. The attack, which erupted around 7 p.m., forced residents to flee into the bush for safety.
FG Announces Next Stage Of Recruitment Into Immigration, NSCDC, Fire And Correctional Services
The Federal Government has announced the next stage of recruitment into the Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Fire Service and Nigeria Correctional Service. Applicants who sat for the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board recruitment test last November are expected to check whether they made the shortlist for physical screening.
Abdulsalami Dismisses Claims That MKO Abiola Was Poisoned
Former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) has dismissed claims that Chief MKO Abiola was poisoned, saying an autopsy conducted by pathologists from four countries attributed his death to natural causes. The revelation is contained in Chapter 21 of Abubakar’s 264-page autobiography, Call of Duty, publicly presented on Saturday at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja.
Peter Obi Renews Call For Release Of Nnamdi Kanu
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has again demanded the release of Indigenous People of Biafra leader Nnamdi Kanu, saying there is no justification for his continued detention. Obi made the call during an interaction with Nigerians in Washington, D.C., in a video that has been widely shared on social media.
Army Kills Terrorist, Rescues Three Kidnap Victims In Zamfara
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have killed a terrorist, rescued three kidnapped victims and destroyed a bandits’ camp during operations in Zamfara State. According to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday, the operation was conducted on June 12 across communities in Zurmi and Shinkafi Local Government Areas.
Abdulsalami Says Something Was ‘Fishy’ About Abacha’s Death
Former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) has said the hours surrounding the death of General Sani Abacha on June 8, 1998 left him with a lingering sense that “something was fishy.” He disclosed that he and the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi, were mysteriously locked inside a waiting room at the Presidential Villa for nearly an hour before being told the Head of State had died.
NAFDAC Alerts Nigerians To Recall Of Children’s Ibuprofen In The United States
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has alerted Nigerians to the recall of approximately 90,000 bottles of Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension in the United States. The agency said on its X handle on Saturday that the product was recalled by the US Food and Drug Administration due to the presence of foreign material inside the medication.
Kebbi Police Dismiss Rumours Of School Closures Over Insecurity
The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed rumours that schools in the state have been shut down due to security concerns. Police Public Relations Officer SP Bashir Usman dismissed the claims in a statement issued on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi.
Kemi Badenoch Says Nigeria’s Failed Energy Policies Robbed Citizens Of Their Oil Wealth
United Kingdom Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has said Nigeria’s vast oil resources have failed to translate into reliable electricity supply because of poor government policies. Speaking during an interview with The Spectator, Badenoch — who spent part of her childhood in Nigeria — said growing up in an oil-producing country without electricity shaped her views on energy governance. She argued that having resources meant nothing when policies prevented citizens from benefiting from them.
Tinubu Vows No Negotiation With Terrorists After Death Of Retired General Rabe
President Bola Tinubu has expressed shock over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of bandits in Katsina State, reaffirming that his administration would not negotiate with terrorists. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President condoled with the general’s family, noting he was abducted while travelling to his hometown after a distinguished military career. Tinubu also extended sympathies to the Katsina State government and the armed forces, while calling for the release of the general’s widow, who remains in captivity.
Widow Of Slain General Rabe Still Held By Bandits As Security Forces Race To Rescue Her
Hajiya Amina Abubakar, widow of the late Major General Abubakar Rabe (retd.), remains in the custody of bandits following her husband’s death in captivity. Amina was abducted alongside her husband on May 30, 2026, when their vehicle was ambushed along the Marabar Musawa, Kafinsoli road in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State. In a video that circulated on social media before the general’s death was announced, the couple relayed demands from their captors, including the release of detained group members and the return of seized livestock. Security sources told Daily Trust that efforts to rescue the widow were ongoing, though no timeline was provided.
How Suspects Planned And Executed Kidnap Of Ex-Minister Adelabu’s Sister And Twin Sons
Fresh details have emerged on how a suspected kidnap gang abducted the sister of former Minister of Power Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Mrs Olaide Busayo Adegoke, and her twin sons in Ibadan, Oyo State. Those arrested include alleged gang leader Adewale Abolarinwa, also known as Oloro; commercial driver Segun Balogun; and automobile electrician Dare Oyedele, who reportedly handled surveillance. The Nigerian Tribune reports that the gang began planning the abduction on May 5, monitoring the family’s residence, the children’s school and their daily movements before striking on June 3. The victims were rescued last Saturday from Lako community on Ayegun-Olomi Road, Ibadan, following a directive by the Inspector-General of Police.
Amaechi Reportedly Agrees To Be Atiku’s Running Mate On ADC Ticket
Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has reportedly agreed to serve as the running mate to African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar. The immediate past ADC chairman in Rivers State, Leader Sampson, confirmed this to Daily Post on Saturday. The development marks a significant shift for Amaechi, who had previously rejected the outcome of the ADC presidential primary and had stated publicly that he did not contest the primary to end up as a vice-presidential candidate.
Kwankwaso Reveals Details Of Meeting With Peter Obi In Abuja
Nigeria Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has disclosed that he met with the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, at Obi’s Abuja residence on Friday to discuss key partisan and national issues. Kwankwaso, a former Kano State governor, shared details of the meeting on his X handle on Saturday, saying he welcomed Obi back from what he described as a productive international trip. He urged party leaders to demonstrate maturity, make necessary sacrifices and tolerate differences in the pursuit of their shared goal of building a better Nigeria.
Adeleke Says He Backs Tinubu Because The President Has Roots In Osun
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has thrown his support behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, saying the president deserves more time to complete his ongoing reforms. Adeleke, speaking in an interview with Western Spring TV, said his position is rooted in the principle of regional balance and the informal understanding that each geopolitical zone should have a fair turn at leading the country. He also noted that federal allocations to states had improved under the current administration, urging state governments to manage the funds responsibly.
David Mark: Death Of General Rabe In Bandits’ Captivity Is A National Tragedy
National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress Senator David Mark has described the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar in the custody of bandits as a national tragedy and a painful reminder of Nigeria’s worsening security situation. Mark, a retired Brigadier General himself, said in a statement by his media aide, Kola Ologbondiyan, that the killing of a distinguished military officer who gave his life in service to the nation underscored the urgent need for a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s security architecture. He called on Nigerians to unite against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and all forms of criminality threatening the nation’s peace.
Carter Efe Alleges D’banj’s Publicly Gifted Car Was Never Actually Handed Over
Nigerian streamer and comedian Carter Efe has alleged that a car publicly presented to him by music star D’banj was never actually transferred to him, claiming he was later told he would have to pay ₦65 million before taking possession of the vehicle. Efe, speaking in a video that has since gone viral, maintained that he never requested a car from anyone and described the gift as “audio” — a popular slang for something that exists only in words. He also accused media personality Sunday Are of being insincere with him during discussions surrounding the matter.
Ghana Protests Canada’s Refusal To Grant World Cup Visa To Thomas Partey
Ghana has formally lodged a diplomatic protest against Canada’s refusal to grant a visa to midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the Black Stars’ opening World Cup fixture against Panama on Wednesday at BMO Field in Toronto. Foreign Minister Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a statement on Saturday, described the decision as “high-handed and extremely unfair,” arguing that Partey should not be denied entry on the basis of criminal charges that have not been determined by a court. Partey, who now plays for Villarreal, has pleaded not guilty to seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations involving four women between 2020 and 2022, with his trial set for next year. Ghana said it respected Canada’s right to enforce its immigration laws but called on Ottawa to review what it termed an “unfortunate decision.”
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