AA Condemns Attack on Presidential Candidate Omoaje, Describes It as Assault on Democracy

The Zamfara State chapter of the Action Alliance, AA, has condemned the attack on its 2027 presidential candidate, Aare Adekunle Rufai Omoaje, describing the incident as a direct assault on democracy.

The party made its position known in a statement issued on Sunday in Gusau by its state chairman, Shehu Hussaini Waziri.

According to the statement, the attack occurred on Saturday during a burial ceremony at Ekusa in Odo Otin Local Government Area of Osun State.

Waziri described the incident as an attempt to intimidate opposition political parties and undermine democratic principles.

“This cowardly act is a direct assault on democracy and an attempt to intimidate the opposition,” he said.

The party called on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that those responsible are identified and brought to justice.

Waziri maintained that Omoaje and his supporters would remain committed to the pursuit of justice, peaceful coexistence and national development despite the attack.

He also urged party members and supporters to remain calm, law-abiding and peaceful while allowing security agencies to carry out their investigations.

The AA chairman further stressed the need for adequate protection of political actors and citizens, noting that safety and security are essential to sustaining Nigeria’s democratic process.