Kidnapped Kaduna Anglican priest dies in captivity; Diocese cancels ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’

The Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, has announced the death of The Venerable Edwin Achi, Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, prompting the cancellation of the much-anticipated Stand Up for Jesus 2025 event.The announcement was made via the Diocese’s official Facebook page. Ven. Edwin Achi, who was kidnapped alongside his wife on October 28, 2025, has been confirmed dead. His passing has been described as a profound loss to the Diocese, the clergy, and all