Rev. Dachomo denies praying for Tinubu and Shettima in 2027 election
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, regional chairman of COCIN in Plateau State, publicly denied praying for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 election.
In Brief
- •Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, regional chairman of COCIN in Plateau State, publicly denied praying for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 election.
- •He clarified that his earlier prayer for Nigeria was not a wish for the Muslim‑Muslim ticket of the All Progressives Congress.
- •The cleric is currently in Israel on an international Christian advocacy tour to highlight persecution of Christians in Plateau State.
- •He stated he will never pray for a Muslim‑Muslim ticket, emphasizing that Nigeria belongs to both Muslims and Christians.
- •The denial was posted on social media on Monday night, October 6, 2026.
Why It Matters
Religious leaders in Nigeria often influence public opinion on political matters, and statements from prominent clerics can sway voter perceptions. The denial by Rev. Dachomo clarifies that he does not endorse a specific political ticket, potentially mitigating concerns about religious endorsement of a particular party. This incident also highlights the sensitivity surrounding religious rhetoric in the lead‑up to the 2027 presidential election, where political alliances and religious affiliations intersect.
Key Details
- Denial Statement
- Rev. Dachomo denied praying for Tinubu and Shettima
- Date of Statement
- 2026-10-06
- Location of Statement
- Plateau State, Nigeria
- Current Location of Rev. Dachomo
- Israel
- Political Context
- 2027 Nigerian presidential election
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