Accusations of Christian genocide in Nigeria, particularly in Plateau State, have reached a critical point, drawing sharp condemnations both domestically and internationally. Outspoken Plateau State clergyman, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has emerged as a central figure in this advocacy, revealing that his efforts to expose these incidents have been met with severe backlash.

Rev. Dachomo claims that since he began speaking out and providing credible evidence, including videos of mass graves, he has been receiving threats and warnings from loyalists and aides of President Bola Tinubu from the Presidential Villa. These individuals have urged him to desist from his advocacy, accusing him of "demarketing the country" at a global level. He recounted instances where calls from "Aso Rock" warned him against exposing the government to the international community, making it clear that his every move was being monitored.

Despite these intimidations, the clergyman remains defiant, asserting that he rejects the idea of staying silent. He argues that the Nigerian government's alleged inaction and silence are themselves exposing Christians to attacks by Fulani herdsmen and Islamic terrorists, effectively endangering lives across the nation. He further accused the government of failing to take decisive action, which he believes has emboldened extremist groups and bandits to continue their killing spree.

Rev. Dachomo also directly challenged recent claims by Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, whom he described as a known terrorist and bandit sympathizer, that Christian communities in Plateau State bury empty caskets in mass graves. In a tearful address, Dachomo demanded that all relevant officials, including the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Minister of Defense, SSS, Chief of Defence, Chief of Army Staff, and GOC, visit the gravesites to verify the truth. He called for the graves to be dug up to prove that the coffins are not empty and instructed local youth and security personnel to guard the tombs against potential tampering.

The issue has garnered significant international attention, with former United States President Donald Trump expressing profound anger over the alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria. Trump stated that thousands of Christians are being killed, describing Nigeria as "a disgrace." He had previously designated Nigeria as a 'Country of Particular Concern' and threatened military action or the cessation of all aid to the country if its government did not do more to protect Christians from violence.

Similarly, Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni condemned the violence against Christians and urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to prosecute those responsible. In a statement, Meloni emphasized that religious freedom is an inalienable right and called for stronger protection for Christian communities, citing recent attacks like the church shooting and kidnappings in Kwara, and the abduction of girls in Kebbi State.

Locally, the Plateau State Association, USA, Inc. (PSA-USA), a diaspora group, echoed these concerns, describing the killings in Plateau State as a "targeted genocide." The group, led by Dr. Barth Shepkong, warned that the consistent and widespread attacks signify an "intentional, coordinated and genocidal campaign" aimed at exterminating natives and seizing their ancestral lands. PSA-USA accused both state and federal governments, as well as security agencies, of a dangerous failure of political will to confront perpetrators, dismantle violent networks, and provide protection to vulnerable populations.

The diaspora group called for an immediate and uncompromised investigation into the killings, along with the arrest and prosecution of all perpetrators and sponsors. They stressed that the crisis meets the global definition of genocide, despite governmental attempts to downplay its existence, and asserted that any peace built on denial is unsustainable. The collective voices from within Nigeria and across the international community continue to press for accountability and effective measures to end the violence against Christian communities.