Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) for Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, has denied reports that he prayed for the Muslim-Muslim ticket of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 presidential election. He made this statement while on his first-ever International Christian Advocacy Tour in Israel. The tour aims to draw global attention to the persecution of Christians in Plateau State.
According to Rev. Dachomo, some individuals misconstrued a post he shared on social media, which led to claims that he prayed for the President's election success in 2027. However, he clarified that his prayers were for Nigeria's success, not specifically for the President or Vice President. He emphasized that his statement did not imply support for the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Rev. Dachomo stressed that he prays for both Muslims and Christians in Nigeria and will not pray for a Muslim-Muslim ticket, as Nigeria belongs to both religious groups. He urged people to come to God with a clean heart and reiterated that his prayers have always been for Nigeria's success. The cleric's statement aims to set the record straight and address misinformation circulating about his alleged support for the APC ticket.
The development comes amid speculations about the 2027 presidential election. Various stakeholders, including politicians and religious leaders, have been making statements about their stance on the election and potential alliances. Rev. Dachomo's clarification is significant, given his position as a religious leader and the attention his statement has garnered.
Rev. Dachomo's International Christian Advocacy Tour in Israel is focused on highlighting the challenges faced by Christians in Plateau State. The tour provides a platform for him to engage with global leaders and raise awareness about the persecution of Christians in the region. His advocacy efforts aim to promote understanding and support for the affected communities.
The 2027 presidential election is expected to be a significant event in Nigeria's political landscape. As the election approaches, various stakeholders, including politicians, religious leaders, and citizens, are weighing in on the potential outcomes and alliances. Rev. Dachomo's statement is one of many that will likely shape the conversation around the election.
In conclusion, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo has denied reports that he prayed for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima's election success in 2027. He emphasized that his prayers are for Nigeria's success and that he will not pray for a Muslim-Muslim ticket. The cleric's statement aims to address misinformation and promote understanding about his stance on the election.
Key points
- Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo denies reports he prayed for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima's election success in 2027.
- The cleric clarifies that his prayers are for Nigeria's success, not specifically for the President or Vice President.
- Rev. Dachomo's statement aims to address misinformation and promote understanding about his stance on the election.
