Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, paid a solidarity visit to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, in Birnin Kebbi, following the reported attack on Malami’s convoy.

Naijaonpoint reports that Atiku condemned the incident, describing it as part of a “dangerous trend” of politically motivated violence targeting leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Speaking after the visit, Atiku urged security agencies to act swiftly, warning that the growing attacks on political actors could undermine Nigeria’s democracy.

“The ADC coalition remains committed to rescuing Nigeria’s democracy from imminent threats. We must not allow anti-democratic forces to thrive,” Atiku said in a statement issued by the Zonal Coordinator of the Malami Support Organisation, Muhammad Al-Amin.

In his response, Malami thanked Atiku for the show of solidarity, emphasising that the attack served as a wake-up call.

“This incident is a stark warning against the politicisation of violence and the deliberate attempt to undermine democratic institutions for partisan gain,” the former Justice Minister said.

Nigeria has a long history of electoral violence, often triggered by intense competition among political parties and their supporters.

Ahead of the 2023 general elections, several states witnessed violent clashes, with convoys, campaign offices, and rallies frequently targeted by rival groups.

Atiku insisted that stakeholders must act now to ensure the 2027 polls do not descend into chaos.