Dachomo is a Nigerian pastor and human rights activist from Plateau State, known for leading the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) and speaking out against communal violence. He is especially known for documenting attacks and mass burials in Nigeria’s Middle Belt.
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo has given reassurance to displaced and persecuted Christian communities in Nigeria, saying “help is on the way,” after a high-profile visit by a U.S. Congressional delegation to Benue State.
Dachomo is a Nigerian pastor and human rights activist from Plateau State, known for leading the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) and speaking out against communal violence. He is especially known for documenting attacks and mass burials in Nigeria’s Middle Belt.
Responding to comments made by U.S. congressman Rep. Riley M. Moore of West Virginia after his recent visit to Nigeria with other lawmakers, the cleric said he had endured criticism for “standing on the side of truth,” but believed the renewed international attention marked a significant shift.
“Many names have been spoken against me for standing on the side of truth,” he said. “Even when some try to suppress it, truth cannot be hidden forever. My Facebook account may have been taken down for raising concerns, but the light of truth will always prevail. Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Help is on the way.”
His comments followed Rep. Moore’s post on X late Thursday, outlining what the delegation observed during their trip to Benue.
Moore said the delegation met with Catholic Bishops Wilfred Anagbe and Stephen Dugu, as well as the Tor Tiv, and also spoke with internally displaced persons who described repeated assaults on their communities.
Moore said the group listened to “heartbreaking stories” from survivors, including a woman who said she witnessed the killing of five of her children. He described the violence as part of a “horrific genocidal campaign” linked to extremist elements within Fulani communities.
“I’ve never seen anything like it. It will stay with me the rest of my life,” Moore wrote.
He added that he is putting together a report for the head of state and head of government of the United States, which will include recommendations for coordinated efforts with the Nigerian government to safeguard vulnerable communities and address continuing terrorist threats.
Dachomo, who has consistently raised alarm over attacks on Christian populations in Nigeria’s Middle Belt, said Moore’s remarks and his appearance on U.S. television showed that international awareness of the crisis is increasing.
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