Prominent Plateau cleric and Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Barkin Ladi, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has raised fresh concerns over his safety, saying he is facing renewed threats following his outspoken condemnation of repeated attacks on Christian communities in Plateau State. The pastor insists he will not be silenced despite mounting pressure.
One of the country’s most outspoken voices on the security crisis in Plateau State says his life is increasingly in danger.
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, who has become widely known for documenting attacks on communities and presiding over mass burials for victims of violence, disclosed that he has continued to receive threats over his public comments on the killings in Plateau and other parts of Nigeria’s Middle Belt.
Dachomo said the threats intensified after he publicly criticised the recurring attacks on Christian communities and questioned the response of authorities.
The cleric has repeatedly argued that victims deserve justice and greater protection, insisting that speaking on behalf of affected communities should not place anyone’s life at risk. He maintains that his advocacy is driven by the experiences of families who have lost loved ones in repeated attacks.
Despite reports that he has received offers to relocate abroad for his safety, Dachomo said he has rejected those opportunities.
According to him, leaving the country while members of his congregation continue to face insecurity would amount to abandoning the people he has served for years. He vowed to remain with affected communities regardless of the risks.
The latest concerns over his safety come only days after Dachomo disclosed that the nine people killed during an attack on Kum Community in Riyom Local Government Area were members of his extended family.
His emotional revelation drew nationwide attention and renewed discussions about insecurity in Plateau State, further placing the cleric in the national spotlight.
Civil society groups and religious leaders have called on security agencies to ensure the cleric’s safety while allowing him to exercise his constitutional right to speak on issues affecting his community.
No security agency has publicly announced any arrests in connection with the alleged threats, while investigations into the claims have not been publicly concluded.
As insecurity continues to dominate national discourse, Dachomo says his resolve remains unchanged. While acknowledging the risks associated with his advocacy, he insists he will continue speaking on behalf of victims and affected communities, even as calls grow for authorities to ensure his protection.