The Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has renewed his call on United States President Donald Trump to intervene in the killings in Plateau, alleging that Christians are facing a campaign of genocide in the state.

Appeal During Mass Burial

Dachomo made the appeal on Thursday while conducting the mass burial of 22 victims killed during an attack on Kawel community in Mushere Chiefdom, Bokkos Local Government Area.

According to him, the repeated attacks on Christian communities are neither isolated incidents nor accidental but part of a broader pattern of violence.

“There is genocide of Christians in Nigeria, and that is the plain truth. That is why I keep calling on President Trump to intervene. Any further delay will see Christians completely wiped out from Plateau State,” he said.

The cleric also repeated the appeal in a post shared on his X account, warning that rural Christian communities remain vulnerable if urgent action is not taken.

Calls for Justice and Protection

Dachomo said the suffering of Christian communities deserves international attention, regardless of differing opinions on the use of the word “genocide.”

“The world must know what is happening, and the international community cannot continue to remain silent in the face of human suffering. Every life matters, and every victim deserves justice, protection, and a voice,” he said.

He stressed that his appeal was not a call for revenge but for justice, security and accountability.

“We call not for hatred or revenge, but for justice, security, accountability and lasting peace. Silence helps no one. The time to act, to speak, and to protect innocent lives is now,” he added.

‘One of the Most Painful Days of My Ministry’

Reflecting on the burial, Dachomo described it as one of the darkest moments of his ministry, saying the sight of grieving families left him heartbroken.

“Today was one of the most painful days of my ministry. With tears in my eyes and a heavy heart, I stood before 22 coffins as I conducted the mass burial of our brothers and sisters in Christ who were brutally killed,” he said.

He noted that the victims were fathers, mothers, children and devoted Christians whose lives were cut short by violence.

“As we lowered their bodies into the ground, I could not help but ask: How many more innocent Christians must be buried before the world hears our cries? How many more tears must be shed before peace returns to our communities?” he asked.

Dachomo also questioned how many more communities would have to endure similar attacks before authorities provide lasting protection, while expressing hope that God would comfort the bereaved families.