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Kidnapped Nigerian retired general dies in captivity

Kidnapped Nigerian retired general dies in captivity
BBC World Saturday 13 June 2026, 15:25 UTC 1 min read
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Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's death highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's death highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.
Nigerian (ORG) Rabe Abubakar's (PERSON)
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