A profound tragedy has impacted the Anglican community in Kaduna State. Venerable Edwin Achi, an Anglican priest, was killed by his abductors. He was kidnapped along with his wife, Sarah. The incident occurred in Chikun Local Government Area.
Bandits stormed their Nissi community home on October 28, 2025. This late-night raid led to the couple’s abduction. Their daughter was also taken captive during the incident.
Initially, the abductors demanded N600 million as ransom. This figure was later reduced to N200 million. However, Achi’s family could not secure the required funds.
The Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, issued a solemn statement. It announced the death of Venerable Edwin Achi. He served as Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero. The Diocese confirmed his passing. His abduction happened on October 28, 2025. This loss is deeply painful. It affects the entire Diocese, the clergy, and the Church family. His faithful ministry and humble spirit are cherished.
The statement urged prayers for his wife and daughter. They remain in captivity. In remembrance, the Standup for Jesus 2025 event has been cancelled. This honors the late Venerable Edwin Achi. May God be with the grieving community.
On November 26, 2025, the Kaduna Anglican Communion officially announced Achi’s demise. The statement appeared on their Facebook page. This development caused profound sorrow for the church and wider public.
Earlier that Tuesday, photos of the priest emerged. They showed him and his wife in captivity. These images sparked widespread alarm. The captors had threatened to kill them. This would happen if ransom demands were not met soon.
Avril, Achi’s nephew, later confirmed the priest’s murder. He previously stated the kidnappers used the cleric’s phone. They took photographs. These were then posted on his Facebook account.
A family member spoke about their devastation. The household was in turmoil. They could not afford the abductors’ high ransom demands.
Security agencies have not yet issued an official statement. There are no updates on efforts to rescue the remaining captive family members.
A family source detailed the kidnappers’ initial demands. It was an “unrealistic” N600 million. The amount decreased to roughly N200 million. They received an ultimatum. The captors threatened to kill them if the ransom was unpaid by the weekend.
Further social media images related to the incident were shared.
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