- Diocese cancels ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’ programme
Following the death of The Venerable Edwin Achi, Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, the Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, has announced the cancellation of its much-publicised ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’ programme
The Diocese, which made the announcement via its official Facebook page, said Ven. Edwin Achi was kidnapped alongside his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025.
It described his passing as a profound loss to the Diocese, the clergy, and all members of the Church community who benefited from his Ministry.
“His faithful service, humble spirit, and unwavering devotion to God leave a lasting legacy,” the Diocese stated.
The statement further said the authorities and church members continue to pray for the safe release of his wife and daughter, who remain in the hands of the kidnappers.
“The Lord be with you,” the statement concluded.
In honour of the late Priest, the Diocese has confirmed the cancellation of its earlier scheduled programme tagged: ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’.
The full statement by the Diocese of Kaduna Anglican Communion read: “With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, the Diocese of Kaduna, Anglican Communion, announces the passing unto glory of The Venerable Edwin Achi, Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero.
“Ven. Edwin Achi, who was kidnapped alongside his wife on 28th October, 2025, has been confirmed dead.
“His transition is 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.
“We continue to pray for the release of his wife and daughter who are still in the hands of kidnappers.
“On this note, the Standup for Jesus 2025 is hereby cancelled in honor of the late Venerable Edwin Achi.
“The Lord be with you.”
