A tragic event has deeply affected Kaduna State’s Anglican community. Reverend Edwin Achi, an Anglican priest, was killed. He was kidnapped with his wife, Sarah, in the Chikun Local Government Area.
Armed bandits struck the Nissi community. This happened on October 28, 2025. They abducted the couple from their home. Their daughter was also taken during the late-night raid.
Initially, the kidnappers demanded N600 million. They later lowered the ransom to N200 million. However, the family could not gather the requested funds.
Anglican Diocese Confirms Painful Loss
The Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, released a statement. They announced the death of Venerable Edwin Achi. He served as Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero. This news brought deep sorrow.
Venerable Edwin Achi was abducted with his wife on October 28, 2025. His death is now confirmed. This loss deeply pains the Diocese, clergy, and church family. Many were touched by his faithful ministry. He had a humble spirit. His devotion to God’s service was unwavering.
Prayers continue for the safe return of his wife and daughter. They remain held by the kidnappers. The ‘Standup for Jesus 2025’ event is cancelled. This honors the late Venerable Edwin Achi. May the Lord be with you.
On Tuesday, November 26, 2025, the Anglican Communion’s Kaduna Diocese confirmed Achi’s death. This statement was on its Facebook page. The church and community find this development profoundly painful.
Kidnappers Issued Ultimatum and Shared Images
Earlier that Tuesday, kidnappers shared photos. These showed the priest and his wife in captivity. This sparked broad concern. The criminals threatened to kill them. This would happen if the ransom was unpaid by week’s end.
Avril, Achi’s nephew, later confirmed the murder. He had previously stated that kidnappers used the cleric’s phone. They took photos and posted them to his Facebook account.
A family member spoke to FIJ. They expressed deep devastation. The household was in chaos. They could not afford the abductors’ ransom.
Security agencies have not yet issued a statement. This statement would detail rescue efforts. It concerns the family members still held captive.
The kidnappers first asked for N600 million. This amount was considered excessive. It later dropped to about N200 million. They issued an ultimatum. The abductors threatened to kill the victims. This would happen if the ransom was unpaid by the weekend.
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