Anglican Church Condemns Priest Edwin Achi’s Murder, Demands Release Of Wife, Daughter

Anglican Church condemns priest Edwin Achi’s murder, demands release of wife, daughter. The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has expressed anguish and outrage following the gruesome murder of Venerable Edwin Achi, a priest at the Diocese of Kaduna, after a month in captivity.

In a statement released on Saturday, the Primate of the Church, The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, condemned the killing as a “senseless act of evil” and a painful reminder of the spiralling violence ravaging the nation.
Ndukuba described the late Venerable Achi as a faithful servant of God whose life of sacrifice, compassion, and devotion was cruelly cut short.

The Church stated that the murder not only devastates the Christian community but also wounds the conscience of Nigeria, underscoring the urgent need for decisive government action.

“We condemn, in the strongest possible terms, these senseless acts of evil. This kind of violence and cruelty that continues to tear families apart has no place in any society that seeks peace and prosperity for its citizens,” he said.

The Primate also issued a direct appeal to authorities, demanding they intensify efforts to dismantle the networks behind banditry, terrorism, and religious persecution.

He called for the sponsors of such violence to be held accountable, stating, “Those who underwrite or support these atrocities must be shamed, blacklisted, and severely punished. The roots of this evil must be confronted with the full weight of justice.”

Ndukuba also pleaded for the immediate release of Venerable Achi’s wife and daughter, who were abducted alongside him and remain in captivity, maintaining that their continued detention deepens the trauma of an already grieving family.

Edwin Achi

“They must be released forthwith to join us in laying their beloved husband and father to rest,” he said.
The Anglican Communion extended its prayers to all Nigerians held by kidnappers and called on political and security leaders to redouble efforts to eradicate the insecurity threatening the nation’s fabric.

The primate while expressing a glimmer of hope amid the tragedy, prayed that God of all comfort uphold the deceased’s family, strengthen His Church, and heal the broken nation.

Venerable Achi’s death adds to the growing list of clergy and civilians victimised by the rampant kidnappings and violence in Nigeria, particularly in the north region of the country.

Unknown Gunmen Attack Ngige’s Convoy In Anambra, Injure Police Officer, Two Residents

Unknown gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra, injure police officer, two residents. Gunmen on Wednesday attacked the convoy of Chris Ngige, former governor of Anambra and ex-minister of labour and employment, along the Nkpor–Nnobi road, Idemili North LGA.

TheCable understands that the former minister was not in the convoy when the incident happened.
According to reports, the gunmen were dressed in police and army uniforms and shot a lady recording the attack.

A shop owner who raced to inquire what was happening was also shot, alongside a policeman in the pilot car, while his uniform and gun were reportedly taken away by the assailants.

Witnesses said the pilot car was riddled with bullets but noted that the police officer and two others who were shot did not die.

Ikenga Tochukwu, police spokesperson in Anambra, who confirmed the incident on Thursday, said operatives recovered a white Mercedes-Benz SUV the gunmen snatched during the attack.

Unknown Gunmen Attack Ngige’s Convoy In Anambra

“The recovered vehicle has been secured and taken into police custody for further investigation, while the operatives have stepped up a coordinated statewide manhunt for the fleeing armed hoodlums,” the statement reads.

Tochukwu said further developments would be communicated.
Ngige was once abducted as governor in the first year of his tenure. He was governor between 2003 and 2006.

Kidnapped Kaduna Anglican Priest Edwin Achi D1es In Captivity

Kidnapped Kaduna Anglican priest Edwin Achi d1es in captivity. The Kaduna Anglican Communion Diocese has announced the d3ath of Edwin Achi, priest of Ebenezer church, in Ungwan Maijero, Chikun LGA. Achi was abducted by bandits over a month ago.

The priest, who hailed from Umuaja in Ukwuani LGA of Delta, was kidnapped alongside his wife, Sarah Achi — a customs officer — and their daughter on the night of October 28, 2025, after armed assailants invaded their residence in Nissi community, near the Kaduna refinery. Days after the abduction, the kidnappers reached out to the family, demanding a ransom.

In a statement shared on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, the diocese confirmed Achi’s passing, describing it 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”.

Kidnapped Kaduna Anglican Priest Edwin Achi D1es In Captivity

“With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, the Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, announces the passing onto glory of The Venerable Edwin Achi,” the statement reads. “Ven. Edwin Achi, who was kidnapped alongside his wife on 28th October, 2025, has been confirmed dead.”

The church announced the suspension of its annual ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’ event in honour of the late cleric and appealed for prayers for the safe return of Achi’s wife and daughter, who remain in captivity.

The news comes amid heightened concerns over banditry and kidnappings in Nigeria, with citizens calling for urgent federal intervention to curb the menace.