Dachomo: We Didn’t Know All The Noise About Christian Genocide Has To Do With A Political Post-MURIC

According to a report by Daily Trust on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has responded sharply to comments made by Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Leader of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), regarding alleged Christian marginalization in Nigeria’s political leadership.

MURIC’s Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, addressed Dachomo’s remarks, emphasizing that aspirations for high political office must follow established democratic processes.

The organization suggested that anyone aspiring to the vice presidency should patiently wait until the next electoral cycle in 2027.

Dachomo had recently claimed that the presence of both President Bola Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who are Muslims, constitutes “Christian genocide” in Nigeria’s political sphere.

He further asserted that Shettima should be removed from office.

MURIC described these statements as excessive and lacking factual basis, accusing the cleric of exaggerating political matters for dramatic effect.

The organization stressed that democratic procedures, rather than rhetoric, determine eligibility and leadership succession in Nigeria.

In its statement, MURIC highlighted past incidents to stress the dangers of inflaming religious or political tensions.

The organization recalled the case of Mohammed Idris Alkali, a retired Major-General who was ambushed and killed along the Jos bypass in Plateau State in 2018.

MURIC noted that the incident had sparked protests and attempts to distract authorities during investigations, underscoring the potential consequences of spreading unverified claims or inciting communal unrest.

The group further emphasized that political ambitions and commentary should be grounded in legality and the electoral calendar.

MURIC pointed out that hyperbolic statements, particularly those suggesting religious persecution in politics, risk deepening divisions and misleading the public.

It argued that responsible discourse is necessary to maintain social harmony while respecting democratic institutions.

MURIC maintained that all Nigerians, regardless of faith, should pursue political goals within the bounds of democratic law and respect for national processes.

The organization encouraged patience and adherence to due process for anyone seeking high political office, noting that elections and public service roles must follow constitutional guidelines.

He said, ‎‎”But the wind has blown. We have seen the ruff of the hen. All along, in the past seven or eight weeks, this has been the casus belli. We did not know that all the noise about ‘Christian genocide’ has to do with a political post. That post has been so important to our neighbours that they were ready to concoct all forms of lies against us.”

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