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ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Shot Dead in Abuja [Video/Photos]

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ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Shot Dead in Abuja [Video/Photos]

Late Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu

ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu has been shot dead in Abuja.

Newsone Nigeria reports that ARISE News Channel has mourned the tragic loss of a young journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who died in the early hours of Monday, September 29, following a violent armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja.

ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Shot Dead in Abuja [Video/Photos]
Late Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu
This online news platform understands that ARISE News Channel announced the death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu in a statement published on the micro-blogging site, X, formerly known as Twitter.

In a statement obtained from its X handle on Monday, ARISE News Channel said the 29-year-old broadcaster, affectionately known as Sommie, was a respected news anchor, reporter, and producer who had become a familiar and trusted face to viewers across the country.

ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Shot Dead in Abuja [Video/Photos]
Late Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu
The statement reads thus: “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 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.

ARISE TV Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu Shot Dead in Abuja [Video/Photos]
Late Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu
“Beyond the airwaves, 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,” the statement added.

Watch a compilation of late Somtochukwu Maduagwu’s presentation below…

RIP Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu 💐
December 26, 1995 – September 29, 2025

Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a 29-year-old news anchor and producer at ARISE News, was tragically killed in an armed robbery incident in Abuja on September 29, 2025. The management of ARISE News is… pic.twitter.com/BVJLYKhzP8

— Top Naija Life (@TopNaijaLife) September 29, 2025

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