President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to launch an investigation into the death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer with Arise Television, who was killed during an armed robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja, on Sunday.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed “deep sorrow” over the loss, describing Maduagwu as “a promising professional journalist whose life was cut short in a cruel and condemnable manner.”
The President urged security and law enforcement agencies to carry out a swift and thorough probe to ensure that those behind the attack are apprehended and brought to justice.
Tinubu also extended condolences to Maduagwu’s family, colleagues, and loved ones, pledging that his administration remains committed to safeguarding Nigerians and intensifying efforts against crime.
See the full statement below:
STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDEMNS THE KILLING OF ARISE NEWS ANCHOR SOMTOCHUKWU MADUAGWU, URGES SECURITY AGENCIES TO FISH OUT THE KILLERS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives with deep sorrow the news of the tragic passing of Ms Somtochukwu ‘Sommie’ Maduagwu, a brilliant news anchor with Arise News Television, who was killed during an attack by robbers at her residence in Katampe, Abuja.
President Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms Maduagwu, the management and staff of Arise News Television, and the entire Nigerian media fraternity over this painful loss.
President Tinubu says: ” Ms Maduagwu was a promising professional journalist whose life was cut short in a cruel and condemnable manner.
” Security and law enforcement agencies should conduct a quick and thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice without delay”.
While commiserating with the bereaved family, President Tinubu assures Nigerians that his administration remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, and will continue to strengthen measures aimed at combating crime in all its forms.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
September 30, 2025
What you should know
Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a lawyer and journalist with Arise TV, was killed in an armed robbery at her Abuja residence.
President Tinubu has ordered an immediate investigation into her death and assured that justice will be pursued.
