Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo Calls for Stronger Community Defense After Fresh K!llings in Plateau

Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo Calls for Stronger Community Defense After Fresh Killings in Plateau
Tension continues to mount in parts of Plateau State following a February 2026 attack in Dorowa Babuje village that reportedly left seven people dead. The tragic incident has once again drawn national attention to the lingering insecurity affecting rural communities in the region.
During the burial of the victims, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo delivered an emotional address, calling for stronger measures to protect vulnerable communities. In his remarks, he urged local youth to take their safety seriously and to stand firm in defending their homes and families.
A Community in Mourning
The latest attack adds to a troubling pattern of violence that has affected several communities in Plateau over the years. Local leaders say many families have been displaced, farms abandoned, and livelihoods disrupted.
Rev. Dachomo, who has been vocal about the repeated killings, stated that he has presided over numerous mass burials in the past, describing the experience as both heartbreaking and exhausting. His comments reflect the frustration and grief felt by many residents who believe more needs to be done to ensure security in the area.
Call for Protection, Not Escalation
While some of his statements have been interpreted as forceful, observers note that the broader message centers on the urgent need for safety and protection. Community leaders across the region continue to demand:
Improved security presence in rural communities
Faster response from security agencies
Accountability for perpetrators of attacks
Sustainable peace-building efforts
Security analysts warn that while communities have the right to seek protection, any response must remain within the bounds of the law to prevent further escalation.
Ongoing Security Concerns in Plateau
Plateau State has long experienced cycles of communal clashes, banditry, and armed attacks. The federal and state governments have repeatedly pledged to strengthen security operations in affected areas, but residents say consistent protection remains a challenge.
Civil society groups are also calling for:
Dialogue between affected communities
Stronger intelligence gathering
Long-term reconciliation initiatives
Economic support for displaced families
The Bigger Picture
The situation underscores the fragile nature of security in parts of Nigeria’s Middle Belt. As emotions run high after each new attack, leaders face the delicate task of balancing justice, security, and peace-building.
For many in Dorowa Babuje and surrounding communities, the priority remains simple: safety, stability, and the hope that future burials will not be necessary.
As investigations continue and authorities respond, stakeholders across religious, political, and community lines are being urged to promote lawful solutions and peaceful coexistence while ensuring that citizens are adequately protected.