By Dalena Reporters l December 20, 2025
Plateau State, Nigeria — Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) for Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, has publicly accused Nigerian educational institutions particularly in the northern region of discriminatory practices that he claims are preventing his children from gaining admission to universities.
In a statement released on Friday, December 19, 2025, Rev. Dachomo expressed grave concern that despite his children meeting all academic and procedural requirements for admission, their applications have repeatedly been rejected without transparent reasons. According to the cleric, this pattern of rejection correlates directly with his vocal criticism of what he describes as the systemic killing of Christian communities by bandits and terrorists across parts of Nigeria, especially in Plateau State.
Rev. Dachomo stated that the discriminatory episodes occur during the admissions screening process, where university officers allegedly sideline or quietly dismiss his children’s applications upon noticing the surname “Dachomo.” He emphasized that this has happened “on more than three occasions,” predominantly at northern institutions, suggesting a deliberate pattern rather than isolated incidents.
“My children have been denied admission into universities, especially in the North, because of my stance and position in exposing Christian genocide,” Rev. Dachomo said, according to his statement.
The cleric described the situation as “pathetic,” underscoring the emotional strain it has placed on his family. He noted the irony that his children, who have no involvement in his activism or public commentary, are being treated as though they are culpable for his views.
Rev. Dachomo appealed directly to Nigerian authorities and university administrators to ensure that his children are not unjustly punished for his beliefs and advocacy. He reiterated that they deserve equal access to educational opportunities, free from the consequences of his public profile.
He specifically urged government bodies overseeing education including the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and university admissions committees to investigate the allegations and to establish safeguards against discrimination based on family associations or political/religious commentary.
Rev. Dachomo has emerged as a vocal critic of violence against Christian communities in Nigeria’s Middle Belt and northern regions. His advocacy has attracted both domestic and international attention, including allegations that extremist groups have issued threats against his life a claim reported independently in other outlets, though not detailed in the original article on Sahara Reporters.
His position often framed as highlighting an alleged “Christian genocide” has elicited mixed reactions across Nigeria’s socio-religious landscape, with supporters calling for greater protection of vulnerable communities and critics questioning elements of his narrative.
As of December 20, 2025, there has been no formal response from the implicated universities, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, or federal educational authorities regarding Rev. Dachomo’s accusations. Representatives of the institutions allegedly involved have not publicly addressed the claims of admission bias.
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo’s allegation that his children are being denied university admission because of his outspoken advocacy against violence targeting Christians in Nigeria has sparked concerns about discrimination within educational admissions processes. His appeal to the government and educational authorities highlights broader tensions surrounding freedom of expression, religious identity, and access to opportunities in Nigeria’s contemporary socio-political landscape.