The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has expressed grief over the death of retired Maj. Gen. Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died after being abducted by armed bandits on May 30, 2026, while traveling with his wife from Kaduna to Katsina.
In a statement signed by its National President, Baba Othman Ngelzarma, on Saturday, the association said it received the news of his death “with profound grief and deep sorrow,” extending condolences to his family, the Katsina State Government, the Nigerian military community, and Nigerians at large.
“Our members nationwide extend heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the late distinguished officer, the Government and good people of Katsina State, his colleagues and the entire Nigerian military community, as well as the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria over this painful and irreparable loss,” the statement read.
MACBAN described the late military officer as a patriot who served the country with distinction.
“Major General Rabe Abubakar (Rtd) served Nigeria with honour, courage and unwavering dedication throughout his military career. His tragic demise under such distressing circumstances is a painful reminder that insecurity continues to threaten the lives of ordinary citizens and eminent Nigerians alike, underscoring the urgent need for intensified and sustained national action against criminal elements,” it said.
The association strongly condemned banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes, describing them as unjustifiable acts that have caused widespread suffering.
“MACBAN unequivocally and in the strongest possible terms condemns banditry, kidnapping and all forms of organised violent crime. These reprehensible acts have inflicted immeasurable suffering on communities across the country, devastated families, disrupted livelihoods and undermined national cohesion and economic progress. No grievance or circumstance can justify the senseless taking of human lives or the terrorisation of innocent citizens,” the statement added.
It called on the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity through improved intelligence gathering, stronger inter-agency cooperation and community-based security measures.
“The Association therefore calls on the Federal Government and all security and law enforcement agencies to further strengthen intelligence gathering, inter-agency collaboration and community-based security initiatives aimed at dismantling criminal networks, rescuing victims still in captivity and ensuring that all perpetrators and their collaborators are swiftly brought to justice,” it said.
“The fight against banditry must remain a national priority requiring unwavering commitment and collective resolve,” it said.
MACBAN also prayed for the safe recovery of the deceased’s wife and other victims still in captivity, while expressing solidarity with families affected by insecurity across the country.
