Atiku Abubakar Condemns Attack on President Trump

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar issued a statement condemning the assassination attempt on U.S. President Donald Trump, which reportedly occurred on Saturday, April 25, 2026, during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington D.C.

The statement was released through the lobbying firm Von Batten Montagu York L.C. Atiku denounced the attack as not just an assault on an individual but as an attack on democracy itself.

He urged respect for democratic principles and emphasized that political disagreements should not lead to violence. Atiku extended his sympathies to Trump and his family, commending the swift actions of security personnel that helped prevent further harm.

He called for unity and a renewed commitment to democratic values, highlighting the sanctity of human life. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Cole Toma Allen, was subdued and injured during the incident, ensuring the safety of dignitaries present, including Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, as well as Vice President J.D.

Vance.