Somtochukwu Maduagwu: Arise TV Anchor's Neighbour Shares Fresh Details of Robbery Attack
- A tragic armed robbery in Abuja has claimed the life of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu, sparking outrage across Nigeria
- An eyewitness described a harrowing attack involving machetes and guns, with 18 flats ransacked and two lives lost
- The FCT Police Command has launched a full investigation and pledged to bring the perpetrators to justice
A devastating armed robbery in the early hours of Monday, 29 September 2025, has claimed the life of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a respected news anchor, reporter, and producer with Arise News Channel.
The incident occurred at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja, sending shockwaves through the media community and prompting an urgent response from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command.
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An eyewitness and fellow victim, who resides in the same building as Ms. Maduagwu, shared harrowing details of the attack on social media. Writing under the handle @lifegivingsun on X (formerly Twitter), the user recounted:
“About past 3am, I woke up stark naked to about 4 armed men who broke down my door & rushed in with natchete & guns. they robbed all 18 flats in my building—cash, electronics, 2 cars (1 being a diplomatic car)—killed 2 people (sommie & a security). still traumatized & in shock.”
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The post, dated 30 September, has drawn widespread attention and underscored the scale and brutality of the crime.
FCT police mourns Arise News anchor
In an official statement, the commissioner of police for the FCT, CP Ajao S. Adewale, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Ms. Maduagwu.
He described the incident as “a cruel and senseless act that has no place in a sane society,” and extended heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues.
The commissioner assured the public that the command is fully committed to ensuring justice is served. Adewale also announced that he has ordered a discreet and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack and directed the deployment of intelligence and operational assets to identify, track, and apprehend the perpetrators.
CP Adewale also urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly, emphasising the importance of community cooperation in preventing future crimes.
He reiterated the command’s dedication to public safety and called on citizens to support the ongoing investigation by providing timely and useful information.
The FCT police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to bringing those responsible to justice and offered condolences to the bereaved family and the wider media community.
The tragic death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu has left a deep void in Nigerian journalism, and the incident continues to raise urgent questions about security in the nation’s capital.
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How Arise News TV anchor died
Legit.ng earlier reported how the death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu sparked widespread grief and outrage following disturbing revelations about the circumstances surrounding her final moments.
According to her colleagues, Maduagwu was taken to Maitama General Hospital after an incident involving armed robbers who reportedly stormed her residential area in large numbers.
Ojy Okpe, speaking on the Arise News Morning Show, alleged that the hospital refused to treat her due to a lack of identification.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
