A Nigerian man has shared a distressing update concerning Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, the outspoken Plateau-based preacher known for his views on the treatment of Christians in northern Nigeria. The man, identified as Isaac Show on Facebook, disclosed that he recently received an unexpected phone call from the cleric himself.
Unexpected Phone Call from the Preacher
Isaac Show expressed his surprise at receiving the call, explaining that he was usually the one who initiated contact to check on the reverend's well-being. During their conversation, Reverend Dachomo delivered troubling news: all of his social media handles, including his Facebook account, had been deleted.
The preacher stated that he was informed the removal was due to his content allegedly jeopardizing Nigeria's national security. This explanation has raised eyebrows, particularly given the context of his advocacy work.
Allegations of Bias and Injustice
In his Facebook post, Isaac lamented what he perceives as a double standard. He pointed out that while Reverend Dachomo's accounts were removed for his commentary, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent Islamic cleric often criticized for his engagements with bandits, continues to maintain an active social media presence.
Isaac described Sheikh Gumi as "an advocate and apologist for Islamic terrorists" and questioned why his accounts remain untouched. This contrast has fueled his assertion that a Christian genocide is indeed occurring in Nigeria, a claim Reverend Dachomo has consistently made.
The Facebook user also revealed that his own account has been shadowbanned, restricting the visibility of his posts. He urged his followers to actively share his content and visit his page directly to circumvent these limitations.
Public Reaction and Support
The news has sparked significant concern and debate online. Reactions compiled from social media show a wave of support for both Isaac Show and Reverend Dachomo.
One user, Morawo Oladeni Ojewola, offered spiritual encouragement, writing, "The battle is not yours but the Lord's. He will arise and scatter his enemies."
Another commenter, Gideon Onyekwele, expressed solidarity, stating, "My beloved Isaac God bless you too. We are in this struggle together." He further described the situation in Nigeria as being "almost a jungle."
Other comments reflected a sense of religious persecution and a call to faith. User Happy Joy advised Christians not to fear death but to pray for grace, while Dyubok Tah quoted scripture about the sacrifices of following Christ.
This incident is not the first time Reverend Dachomo has been at the center of controversy regarding his statements. He previously appeared on the international program 'Piers Morgan Uncensored,' where he reiterated his firm stance that a systematic Christian genocide is underway in northern Nigeria, asserting that the scale of the killings is far greater than authorities acknowledge.
The deletion of his social media platforms now cuts off a direct channel for his updates and advocacy, raising critical questions about freedom of speech, security, and perceived biases in the application of social media policies within the Nigerian context.
