Nigeria, Nov. 27 -- The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has announced the death of the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, Edwin Achi.

The church stated that Mr Achi, who was kidnapped alongside his wife and daughter on 28 October at his residence in Nissi community, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna, died in captivity.

The chairperson of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the Northern region, Joseph Hayab, announced the development in a statement on Wednesday.

The diocese described Mr Achi's death 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."

The statement al...