Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a 29-year-old news anchor, reporter, and producer at ARISE News, tragically lost her life in an armed robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja, on Monday, September 29, 2025.
The incident has sparked widespread grief and condemnation across the media industry and beyond.
The attack occurred in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025 at the Maduagwu's residence in Katampe, Abuja. Armed robbers stormed her residence, resulting in her untimely death.
The Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into the incident, with efforts underway to track down the perpetrators.
ARISE News described Maduagwu as "a cherished member of the ARISE News family" and "a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with our viewers".
Colleagues and friends have remembered her as a supportive team player whose energy and warmth inspired others.
Tributes have poured in from fellow journalists, civil society organizations, and viewers across Nigeria, urging law enforcement to ensure justice is served.
Maduagwu was a trained lawyer who brought intellectual depth and analytical rigor to her journalism work. She was 29 years old at the time of her death, born on December 26, 1995.
