Arise News Channel has announced the death of one of its presenters, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was killed during an armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja.
In a statement signed by Hadiza Usman-Ajayi on behalf of management and shared on the station’s X page on Monday, Arise TV confirmed that Ms Maduagwu, 29, died in the early hours of the day.
“It is with heavy hearts that the management and staff of the ARISE News Channel announce the passing of our beloved colleague, News Anchor, Reporter and Producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu,” the statement read. “Sommie tragically passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025, following an armed robbery incident in her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja.”
The station described Ms Maduagwu as a vibrant voice, valued colleague, and consummate professional who also distinguished herself as a lawyer. It extended condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones, while calling for a thorough investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
Maduagwu, fondly called “Sommie,” previously worked as a political consultant with VIISUAS and held legal roles at Layers3, the International Dispute Resolution Institute (IDRI), and Akinlolu Kehinde SAN & Co. She was also an advocate for women’s rights and engaged in NGO activities.
Police authorities in Abuja said an investigation into the incident is underway.
