The campaign team of Colombia’s president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has reported a credible threat to his life. According to the alert, the ELN guerrilla group and FARC dissident factions have allegedly offered a reward for his assassination before his inauguration on August 7th. This purported plot raises serious concerns about political violence and security surrounding the upcoming transition of power. Details regarding the specifics of the alleged plan remain limited, but the team has taken the threat seriously enough to bring it to public attention. Authorities are expected to increase security measures surrounding De la Espriella. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges to peace and stability in Colombia, even as the country prepares for a new administration. This situation casts a shadow over the planned inauguration and necessitates heightened vigilance.