# Rescue Amid Tragedy in Katsina

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-06-16T09:13:05+00:00
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Nigerian military executes a dramatic rescue, freeing the wife of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar — who tragically died in captivity last weekend — amid a tense standoff with armed kidnappers in Katsina State. The general’s widow, Amina, was shot by captors during the operation but is now receiving urgent medical care. The military intensified its search after his death, believed caused by health complications in captivity, and pressured the kidnappers into surrendering. The daughter confirmed the rescue, praising the military and praying for her mother’s recovery. Authorities vow to hunt down the perpetrators, while President Bola Tinubu called the incident a sobering warning about the growing threat of armed banditry in the northwest. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3ba0ba43e85b892e

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