Timi Frank Claims Threats Against Atiku Abubakar Ahead of 2027

Timi Frank, the former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), raised alarming allegations regarding a purported plot to arrest and kill Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections. In an open letter, Frank appealed to President Donald Trump and the international community for intervention, emphasizing the need for an urgent and independent investigation into the threats against Atiku's safety.

He warned that using state institutions against opposition figures would undermine democratic participation in Nigeria. The APC Presidential Campaign Council swiftly denied Frank's allegations, urging him to provide evidence and calling for security agencies to investigate the claims.

They questioned the basis of Frank's allegations, pointing out that Atiku has not faced any assassination attempts since leaving office in 2007 and has maintained heavy security as a former vice president.