Banditry: Governor Sani Announces Home, Scholarship For Family Of Slain Kaduna Anglican Priest

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has visited wife and daughter of the slain Kaduna Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, who were recently released from captivity, at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Kaduna.

The bandits had kidnapped the priest, his wife Sarah Achi and daughter from their residence in the Nissi community, Chikun local government area of the state in 2025. The kidnappers later murdered the priest before the ransom ultimatum lapsed.

Mrs Sarah Achi and her daughter had regained freedom after spending over two months in the kidnappers’ den.

Governor Sani, who was accompanied on the visit by the Anglican Archbishop of Kaduna Province, Most Revd. Timothy Yahaya, on Sunday, condoled the family over tragic death of the priest.

The governor assured Mrs Achi of the unwavering support of the Kaduna State Government, “This includes the provision of a home, full sponsorship of the children’s education, settlement of all medical expenses, and sustained psychosocial care to aid their recovery and reintegration into society.”

Sani explained that these interventions reflected his administration firm commitment to standing with victims of banditry and ensuring that compassion, justice and human dignity remain at the centre of governance.

“It was a moment of deep solemnity, and I expressed my heartfelt sympathies as the family confronts grief and the long path to healing.”

“I visited the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital to meet Mrs Sarah Achi and her daughter, recently released from captivity, and to personally convey my condolences on the tragic death of her husband, the late Venerable Edwin Achi. It was a moment of deep solemnity, and I expressed my heartfelt sympathies as the family confronts grief and the long path to healing.”

Governor Sani, however, commended the security agencies for their professionalism, courage and effective collaboration with the Kaduna State Government, which led to the successful release of the victims.

“Their sacrifice and dedication continue to strengthen public confidence in our security architecture.

“Before leaving the hospital, I visited several other patients in the hospital, offered encouragement, and reaffirmed commitment to strengthen healthcare and security statewide,” the governor said.