Bandits Share Photos Of Wife And Daughter Of Late Anglican Priest Via His Facebook Account

Photos of the wife and daughter of the late Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, were posted on the cleric’s Facebook account this week, in what sources say appears to be activity linked to bandits. The images — which remain visible on the page at the time of reporting — have sparked outrage and fresh concern about the safety of clergy families in areas affected by criminal violence.

Relatives and members of the Anglican community told ReportNaija they were alarmed when the pictures appeared on Venerable Achi’s profile. The posts show the priest’s family members and were uploaded without accompanying explanation, prompting fears that the material was posted by criminals who had access to his account.

“Seeing those pictures on his page was shocking,” a member of the parish, who asked not to be named, told ReportNaija. “We are worried for the family’s safety and call on security agencies to act quickly.”

Account access under investigation

It is not yet clear how the account was accessed. Attempts to reach representatives of the priest’s family for comment were unsuccessful at the time of publication. ReportNaija has also contacted local law enforcement and social media specialists to request clarity on whether the posts were the result of a hacked account, coerced uploads, or another form of manipulation.

A spokesman for the police told ReportNaija they were aware of the incident and were liaising with cybercrime units to trace the origin of the posts. “We are investigating the matter and urging anyone with information to come forward,” the spokesman said.

Church responds

Leaders within the Anglican Diocese expressed deep concern and called on authorities to protect the family and ensure a full investigation. In a brief statement, a diocesan official described the posts as “disturbing” and asked congregants to remain calm while security agencies investigate.

“This is a difficult time for the family and the church,” the official said. “We urge restraint online and ask that unverified material not be shared in ways that could endanger lives.”

Wider context

The incident highlights the growing problem of digital exploitation tied to physical insecurity. In recent years, criminal groups have used social media both to intimidate communities and to spread false information. Family members of clergy and public figures are often targeted because of the attention their images and plight can attract.

Cybersecurity experts warn that social media accounts should be secured with strong passwords and two-factor authentication, and that communities should exercise caution before resharing content that may have been posted under duress.

What’s next

ReportNaija will continue to monitor the situation and update this story as new information becomes available, including any formal statements from the family, the diocese, and law enforcement. Readers with information about the Facebook posts or the whereabouts of Venerable Achi’s relatives are urged to contact the local police or ReportNaija’s newsroom.