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Wife and Daughter of Anglican Priest Released After Months in Kidnappers’ Captivity

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The wife and daughter of the late Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, have been freed after spending three months in the hands of kidnappers. The family was abducted from their home in Nissi community, Kaduna State, on October 28, 2025, during a violent nighttime raid. The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦600 million, which they later lowered to ₦200 million, but the family was unable to pay. Venerable Achi was reportedly killed while in captivity. Authorities confirmed that his wife and daughter were released late last night, ending their traumatic ordeal. News of their freedom has been met with relief across Nigeria, though many continue to mourn the priest’s death. Social media users described the situation as “bittersweet,” celebrating the family’s safe return while acknowledging the heavy loss. The incident underscores the growing insecurity in northern Nigeria and the dangers faced by religious leaders in the region.

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Kidnappers Hijack Late Kaduna Priest’s Facebook Page, Post Photos Of His Wife And Daughter Still In Captivity

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Tension has escalated online after kidnappers took over the Facebook account of the late Venerable Edwin Achi and uploaded photos of his wife and daughter, who remain in captivity. The Anglican priest was abducted with his family on October 28 from their Kaduna home. Despite his family paying the ransom demanded, the abductors later directed them to pick up his decomposing body, confirming his death after nearly a month in captivity. In a shocking development, new images of his wife and daughter appeared on his Facebook page on Tuesday, allegedly posted by the kidnappers themselves. The update has sparked widespread panic, with many Nigerians expressing fear over the condition of the surviving family members. The disturbing posts have prompted renewed calls for decisive action from security agencies, with citizens urging authorities to rescue the hostages before it is too late. As of now, there is no official word on the efforts to secure their release. One concerned user wrote, “This is terrifying. May God protect the wife and daughter.” Another added, “Using his own Facebook page to taunt the public? This is pure evil.” The nation continues to watch anxiously as calls grow louder for urgent intervention.

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Abducted Kaduna Anglican Priest Edwin Achi Dies In Captivity

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The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has confirmed the passing of Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, who was abducted alongside his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025. In its announcement on Wednesday, the diocese described his death as deeply devastating, calling him “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.” While confirming Achi’s death, the church also disclosed that his wife and daughter are still being held by the kidnappers. The statement added, “We continue to pray for the release of his wife and daughter who are still in the hands of kidnappers.” As a mark of respect, the diocese cancelled its Stand Up for Jesus 2025 programme, saying, “On this note, the Stand Up for Jesus 2025 is hereby cancelled in honour of the late Venerable Edwin Achi.” Daily Trust reports that the priest and his family were seized after armed men invaded their residence in Nissi community, Chikun LGA of Kaduna, not long after the family moved into the area. The abductors were said to have demanded N600 million for their freedom. Achi hailed from Umuaja in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State.

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