A United States-based policy advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has raised concerns over an alleged plot to assassinate former Nigerian Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar.

The firm made the allegation in a post published on its verified X handle, claiming that the Nigerian Presidency and its alleged agents were behind the purported plot.

However, the allegation has not been independently verified, and no evidence was provided in the statement to establish the claim.

Expressing concern over the development, the lobbying firm warned that any political assassination in Nigeria could trigger serious diplomatic consequences and prompt a response from the United States.

In its post, the firm stated: “We find the reports that the Nigerian Presidency and its agents are allegedly plotting to assassinate former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar very troubling. Atiku’s life is in danger.

“Dr Von Batten fully intends to bring these latest allegations against Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to the attention of the Trump Administration and Congress.

“The United States has given President Bola Tinubu enough rope. A word of advice to President Tinubu and company; it will not end well for you,” the lobby firm tweeted.

The statement signals the firm’s intention to draw the attention of the administration of US President Donald Trump and members of Congress to the allegations against the Nigerian government.

Atiku, who served as Nigeria’s vice president from 1999 to 2007, remains a prominent opposition figure and has been involved in preparations and political discussions surrounding the 2027 presidential election.

The allegation comes amid heightened political activities ahead of the next general elections, with political tensions and concerns about democratic accountability featuring prominently in public discourse.

As of the time of this report, the claims made by the lobbying firm remain unsubstantiated. No response from the Nigerian Presidency was included in the available report.

Further clarification from the relevant authorities would be necessary to establish whether any credible threat exists and determine the facts surrounding the allegation.