Tragedy has hit the Anglican community in Kaduna State following reports that Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, has died while in captivity.
Venerable Achi was abducted by gunmen during a late-night attack on his community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State in late October 2025. The assailants reportedly stormed the area under the cover of darkness, firing sporadically before kidnapping the priest and fleeing into the surrounding bush.
Following the abduction, family members, church leaders and residents raised alarm over his safety, describing the incident as part of the worsening security situation in rural parts of Kaduna State. Appeals were made to security agencies and government authorities to intensify rescue efforts, while reports also emerged of substantial ransom demands by the kidnappers.
The news of his reported death in captivity has deepened grief among parishioners and residents, many of whom described Venerable Achi as a committed cleric who dedicated his life to pastoral care, peace-building and community service.
As of the time of filing this report, official confirmation from security agencies and the Anglican Church authorities was still being awaited, but the development has sparked renewed outrage and concern over the persistent cases of abductions and killings across the state.
Community leaders and religious groups have called on the federal and Kaduna State governments to urgently strengthen security in vulnerable communities and bring perpetrators of kidnapping and violent crimes to justice, warning that continued inaction could worsen fear and instability.
The incident adds to a growing list of clerics and civilians kidnapped in northern Nigeria, highlighting the fragile security situation and the urgent need for decisive action to protect lives and property.
` Abuja Network News
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