Online outrage has intensified after the Facebook account of the late Venerable Edwin Achi, an Anglican priest, was reportedly hacked by kidnappers who posted distressing photos of his wife and daughter, raising serious concerns about their safety.
Venerable Achi and his family were abducted from their Kaduna State residence on October 28, an incident that shook the local community and drew nationwide attention. Despite concerted efforts to comply with the kidnappers’ demands, the priest tragically lost his life last month, having spent nearly a month in captivity under harrowing conditions.
Reports indicate that the family managed to gather the ransom money demanded by the abductors. However, instead of securing their safe release, they were instructed to collect the priest’s decomposing body, a directive that underscored the cruelty and inhumanity of the perpetrators.
In an alarming development, the kidnappers reportedly gained access to Venerable Achi’s Facebook account and began posting new photos of his wife and daughter. The images, which appear to show them under duress, have sparked nationwide fear and raised urgent questions about their wellbeing and the effectiveness of ongoing security efforts.
The public is calling on security agencies to intervene swiftly and ensure the safe recovery of Venerable Achi’s surviving family members. With tensions running high online, many Nigerians are praying for their safety and urging authorities to act decisively to prevent further harm.
Authorities have yet to provide an official update on the ongoing efforts to rescue the priest’s wife and daughter, leaving the nation anxiously awaiting news. Meanwhile, social media continues to circulate the distressing images, amplifying the sense of urgency and public concern over the kidnappers’ actions.
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The tragic sequence of events surrounding Venerable Achi’s abduction, death, and the ongoing threat to his family has once again highlighted the growing security challenges in Nigeria. Citizens and advocacy groups are demanding more proactive measures to combat kidnappings and ensure justice for victims and their families. The situation serves as a grim reminder of the dangers facing clergy and other vulnerable groups, underscoring the need for urgent reforms and effective law enforcement interventions to prevent such incidents in the future.