Plateau Cleric Warns Terrorists Vow to Disrupt Christmas Celebrations
Jos, Nigeria, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, a prominent pastor in Plateau State, has sounded a grave warning that militants attacking villages in the region are planning to prevent Christians from celebrating Christmas in their homes this year.
Speaking during a church service led by Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dachomo said the assailants, whom he identified as “Fulani terrorists” — have mobilized both manpower and financial resources for coordinated attacks. According to him, community members are contributing heavily to the militants’ cause, with women allegedly giving ₦100,000 each and men ₦200,000.
“They have vowed that we will not celebrate Christmas this year … they said we will flee with rice in our hands because they are ready for jihad,” Dachomo told the congregation.
He appealed to Christians across the region to pray fervently, asserting that spiritual intervention is more powerful than weapons. “Your prayer is more powerful than an AK-47; it is more powerful than a rocket launcher. Let us launch our prayers to heaven,” he said.
Describing the current situation as a “genocide,” Dachomo expressed confidence that God would respond to the faithful’s prayers and bring protection. He also thanked Pastor Enenche for his leadership and persistent support, noting that Enenche had earlier visited his home community in Barkin Ladi.
Context and Reactions
Dachomo has frequently raised the alarm over violence in Plateau State, alleging that Fulani militants have infiltrated communities and are being backed by outside actors.
However, his claims have met with denials from security forces. The Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), said a viral video in which he made similar allegations was “false and misleading” and accused him of using the narrative to sow distrust in security agencies.
Meanwhile, Dachomo has reportedly faced threats, including claims that elements within Aso Rock are monitoring his advocacy and warning him against speaking out.
In a related development, his Facebook account was recently deleted. Dachomo interpreted the move as politically motivated, tied to his vocal condemnation of what he describes as ongoing Christian persecution in Nigeria.