Nigeria, June 13 -- The Katsina State Government has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of bandits, describing the incident as a tragic loss to his family, the state, and the nation. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Mu'azu, the government said the former military officer died from complications arising from diabetes and hypertension during his captivity. According to the statement, despite sustained efforts by the state government and security agencies to secure his release, the situation ended in tragedy. Governor Dikko Umaru Radda expressed deep sorrow over the retired General's passing, describing the incident as a "dar...