A fresh wave of controversy has erupted in Plateau State following a public exchange between Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) and Islamic cleric Sheikh Yusuf Haruna, popularly known as Baban Chinedu over claims about his past.
The tension began after Sheikh Haruna made explosive claims in a viral video, alleging that Rev. Dachomo had long-standing criminal past as an armed robber, dates back to the 1970s and extending beyond the year 2000.
According to the cleric, the clergyman was allegedly involved in a bank robbery n Jos in 1980 and later fabricated a story about a spiritual encounter with Jesus Christ, describing him as a “crisis entrepreneur” benefiting from unrest in Plateau State and Northern Nigeria.
In a statement that has since circulated widely on social media, Haruna alleged that records exist linking Dachomo to criminal activities dating back to 1976, portraying him as a long-time offender.
Reacting to the accusations, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo acknowledged having a troubled past but maintained that his life changed through faith.
So far, no independent verification or official records have been presented to confirm either side’s allegations.
The exchange has generated mixed reactions, with some seeing his admission as a powerful testimony of redemption, while others question the conflicting claims.
The development has further heightened religious and social tensions in Plateau State, with many calling for restraint, dialogue, and verification of facts to prevent escalation.
For now, the matter remains largely within the realm of public discourse, as Nigerians continue to debate the fine line between redemption, accountability, and truth in the unfolding saga
-9News Nigeria.
