RIP Somtochukwu Maduagwu
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Death of a vibrant and dynamic journalist:
The vibrant Arise news journalist killed during an armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja on Monday, September 29.
According to the official X of Arise TV news report,, the broadcaster, popularly called Sommie, was a news anchor, reporter, and producer who had become a trusted face on the network. at just 29 years old .
In a statement posted on its X handle, Arise News said:
“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 early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025, following an armed robbery incident in her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja that is being investigated by the Nigeria Police.
This men of the under world shattered peace within the Abuja Katambe metropolis the same day
May God give the family the fortitude to bear the loss and grant her soul eternal rest .Amen
May God gives her eternal rest
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