The kidnappers of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information, have released a video showing him and his wife, weeks after their abduction in Katsina State.

The couple was reportedly abducted along the Marabar Musawa–Kafinsoli route in Matazu Local Government Area, near Zakin Baure village, while travelling through the area.

In the video, which surfaced online on Saturday, the couple were seen appealing for intervention as the abductors unveiled conditions for their release.

Speaking in the footage, Abubakar’s wife disclosed the demands of the armed group, which include the release of three individuals identified as Sani, Aminu and Nasiru.

She said the abductors claimed that two of their colleagues were arrested in Jikamshi, while the third was nabbed in Kano State.

Also, the group is demanding the return of livestock they alleged had been seized from them.

She pleaded with the Katsina State Government, traditional leaders and authorities in several local government areas to facilitate discussions that could lead to the couple’s freedom.

Meanwhile her husband, who spoke briefly during the recording, called for efforts aimed at restoring peace and resolving the situation through dialogue.

He indicated that the kidnappers had expressed willingness to engage in peaceful discussions and coexistence if their concerns were addressed.