{
  "id": 13975170,
  "title": "‘Politicians use religion to trap your mind’ — VDM questions Pastor Dachomo’s shift on Tinubu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/politicians-use-religion-to-trap-your-mind-vdm-questions-pastor",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T14:04:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/12/politicians-use-religion-to-trap-your-mind-vdm-questions-pastor-dachomos-shift-on-tinubu/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has criticized politicians for exploiting religion to manipulate the minds of Nigerians, specifically questioning the shift in Pastor Ezekiel Dachomo's stance on Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu. VDM posed the question in a video, pointing to Dachomo's previous criticisms of Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for allegedly attempting to Islamize Nigeria. He noted the contrast between Dachomo's past statements and his current support for the Tinubu administration by urging prayers for it.\n\nVDM pointed out that during his time, Dachomo had spoken out against insecurity in Plateau State and called for assistance from the United States, making his recent request for prayers for Tinubu puzzling. While acknowledging that praying for political leaders is not inherently wrong, VDM expressed confusion about what might have driven the pastor to change his position. He argued that there is something suspicious about the pastor's newfound support, suggesting that politicians may have utilized religious institutions to influence public opinion. VDM contended that this strategy could deceive Nigerians into believing that help is on the way, rather than holding those in power accountable for their actions.",
  "summary": "Social media activist, VeryDarkMan, has accused politicians of using religion to influence Nigerians, questioning why Pastor Ezekiel Dachomo, who previously criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over insecurity, is now urging people to pray for the President. VDM raised the question in a video, recalling Dachomo’s past criticism of Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima over […]…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}