The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has announced the death of Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, who was abducted with his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, according to Punch report online, the diocese described his death as “a painful loss to the entire diocese, the clergy, the church family, and all who were blessed by his faithful ministry, humble spirit, and unwavering devotion to the service of God.”
The church added that Achi’s wife and daughter remain in captivity. “We continue to pray for the release of his wife and daughter who are still in the hands of kidnappers,” the statement said.
As a mark of respect, the diocese announced the cancellation of its Stand Up for Jesus 2025 programme. “The Stand Up for Jesus 2025 event is hereby cancelled in honour of the late Venerable Edwin Achi,” it stated.
Daily Trust reports that Achi and his family were abducted after bandits stormed their home in Nissi community, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna, shortly after the family relocated there. The kidnappers later demanded a ransom of ₦600 million.
The late cleric hailed from Umuaja in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State.
