Bandit Leader Contacts Family Of Abducted Former Nigerian General
A notorious bandit leader, Kachallah Muhammad, has reportedly opened communication with the family of abducted retired Major General Rabe Abubakar Batsari. The retired Major General and his wife were reportedly abducted in Katsina State.
The pair were seized after gunmen ambushed their vehicle on the Marabar Musawa-Kafinsoli Road in Matazu Local Government Area, forcing it to stop before taking them into a nearby forest. The road, according to residents of the area, is unsafe due to repeated bandit attacks.
A local government official confirmed that they had spoken directly with the retired officer through the bandit leader. He said both hostages were alive and in good condition. The bandit leader is also reported to have demanded the release of his associates held by security forces and expressed willingness to return to negotiations aimed at restoring peace in the region.
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Nigeria:
Bandit Leader Contacts Abducted General's Family, Seeks Release of Gang Members
Daily Trust, 2 June 2026
A notorious bandit leader, Kachallah Muhammad, has established communication with relatives of the abducted retired senior military officer, Major General Rabe Abubakar Batsari,… Read more »
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Nigeria:
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Nigeria:
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