By Jane Okafor, Abuja
Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu has tragically been kílled during a robbery incident at her residence in Katampe area of the Federal Capitol Territory (FCT) Abuja.
The saddening incident which threw her colleagues, neighbours and ARISE News viewers into mourning, happened on Monday, September 29, 2025
The Management of ARISE News announced this in a statement titled:Tragic Death: Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu
December 26, 1995 – September 29, 2025, stating that the is being investigated by the Nigeria Police.
The statement signed by Hadiza Usman – Ajayi on behalf of ARISE News Channel described the slain colleague as a cherished member of the ARISE News family and a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with the station’s viewers, stressing that beyond the airways, Sommie was also a “lawyer who was a professional and supportive colleague and a friend to many.”
The statement reads in full: ”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.
”Sommie tragically passed away in the hours of Monday, September 29, 2025 following an armed robbery incident in her residence in Katampe area of Abuja that is being investigated by the Nigeria Police.
”Sommie, 29, was not only a cherished member of the ARISE News family but also a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with our viewers.
”Beyond the airways, Sommie was a lawyer who was a professional and supportive colleague and a friend to many.
“We extend our deepest condolences to Sommie’s parents, siblings, extended family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time. Sommie’s voice is now silent but her spirit, passion and legacy will endure as part of our collective memory. We remain in shock and call for a speedy investigation, apprehension and prosecution of the culprits,” Usman-Ajayi stated.
