Nigerian Cleric Ezekiel Dachomo Opens Up About His Criminal History
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, a prominent cleric based in Plateau State, Nigeria, has made a startling confession about his past life as a notorious criminal. In a new video that surfaced on Friday, March 27, 2026, and has been viewed by over 2,000 Facebook users, Dachomo admitted to engaging in criminal activities, including his involvement in a bank robbery in 1980. The video, posted on his official Facebook page, has ignited a flurry of discussions and criticisms from the public.
Dachomo Defends His Confession and Criticizes Detractors
In the video, Reverend Dachomo did not shy away from detailing his past transgressions. He stated, "I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drunkard in this village, a wanderer in this village. That is my testimony. The Bible says, based on the word of their testimony, they shall overcome. When I say 1980, it is our gang that robbed the bank, and the person that lead that robbing is my best friend." He defended his decision to confess, emphasizing the transformative power of faith in Jesus Christ, which he credits for his redemption.
Dachomo also took the opportunity to criticize those who have condemned his confession, particularly targeting individuals he named as Baba Chinedu and Ashafa. He argued, "They are greatest disgrace to Islam. They have exposed Islam, that there is no forgiveness in Islam. Even when you become a Muslim, your sins will still be used to condemn you to hell. That is the difference between my God and Islamic God. In Islamic God, even when you are a bad person, there is no room for you to become a good person, according to Ashafa and also Baba Chinedu." This statement has added a religious dimension to the controversy, sparking further debate.
Background and Previous Reports on Dachomo's Past
This is not the first time Reverend Dachomo has spoken about his criminal past. Legit.ng had previously reported on his involvement in the 1980 bank robbery in Plateau State, where he claimed to have turned away from crime after experiencing the saving power of Jesus Christ. Dachomo is known for his outspoken views on various issues, including his vocal criticism of the alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, a topic that has drawn international attention, including from former US President Donald Trump.
In addition to this confession, Dachomo has also addressed rumors about his health. Earlier, he dismissed claims that he was dead or critically ill, stating in a video that he is very much alive despite reports suggesting otherwise. This came after a Plateau journalist, Masara Kim Usman, called for prayers for Dachomo, who was said to be battling a relapse of a liver disease.
Public Reaction and Implications
The video has elicited mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some praising Dachomo for his honesty and transformation, while others have called for investigations into possible killings during his criminal operations. The cleric's emphasis on forgiveness in Christianity, as opposed to his critique of Islam, has also stirred religious tensions. As the video continues to circulate online, it highlights broader themes of redemption, faith, and the complexities of public confession in Nigerian society.
