A delegation from the Defence Headquarters, DHQ, on Sunday paid condolence visits to the family of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar (retd.) and the Katsina State Government following the retired officer’s death.

This was made known in a statement on Monday by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja

Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA.

The delegation, led by the Chief of Administration, Army, Major General IM Abdullahi, conveyed the condolences of the Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General OO Oluyede, and the Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN.

Speaking during the visit to the family residence in Katsina, Major General Abdullahi described the late officer as a dedicated and patriotic soldier who served the nation with distinction for more than three decades.

He said Major General Abubakar made significant contributions to the growth of the Nigerian Army and Nigeria’s security architecture, assuring the family that security agencies would work to ensure those responsible for his death are brought to justice.

Abdullahi also presented a national flag to the family in recognition of the late general’s service and sacrifice to the nation.

Responding on behalf of the family, Alhaji Dikko Mu’azu Ruma, the Gado da Masun Katsina, thanked the CDS and the Armed Forces for their support and solidarity during the period of mourning.

The delegation also visited the Katsina State Government House, where they were received by Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe on behalf of Governor Dikko Radda.

Conveying the condolences of the military leadership, Major General Abdullahi described the late general as one of Katsina State’s distinguished sons whose service to the country would be remembered.

The deputy governor said the death of Major General Abubakar was a painful loss to both Katsina State and Nigeria, noting that his commitment to national service would continue to inspire future generations.

He called for greater collaboration among stakeholders to tackle insecurity and pledged the state government’s continued support for military operations aimed at restoring peace in the North-West.

Major General Abdullahi, in turn, commended the Katsina State government for its support to security agencies, stressing that cooperation between the military and the state government remains crucial to achieving lasting peace in the region.

Special prayers were offered at both the family residence and the Government House for the repose of the late officer’s soul.

Among those who accompanied the delegation were the Theatre Commander of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General WB Idris, General Officer Commanding 8 Division, Major General BP Koughna, Rear Admiral AM Haruna, Air Vice Marshal AY Abdullahi; Major General JS Bindawa (retd.), Brigadier General SK Usman (retd.), and Air Vice Marshal IS Kaita (retd.).