Anglican Church Mourns Priest Killed in Road Crash Two Months After Ordination
The Anglican Church in Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of a young priest, Reverend Chibuzo Amakom, in a fatal motor accident.
The tragedy is particularly painful as the cleric reportedly died only about two months after his ordination.
A notice circulating on social media announced the death of Reverend Amakom, describing him as a young Anglican priest who was recently ordained.
According to the notice, Reverend Amakom was involved in a fatal road accident on Friday, September 4, 2026, and died from injuries sustained in the crash.
Before his ordination and subsequent transfer, the deceased reportedly served at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Nkpor. He was also said to have hailed from Ukpomachi.
His death has left his family, fellow clergy, friends, colleagues and members of the Anglican community grieving the loss of a young priest whose ministry had only just begun.
Tributes have continued to pour in online, with mourners expressing shock over his sudden death and offering prayers for the repose of his soul and comfort for his bereaved family.
The circumstances surrounding the crash and other details of his death were not immediately available at the time of filing this report.
UKATA News extends its condolences to the family, friends and the Anglican Church over the loss.
May the soul of Reverend Chibuzo Amakom rest in peace.
