Robbers Silence ARISE News Anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu’s Voice

Robbers have done their worse again, permanently silencing the voice of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, ARISE Television’s vibrant anchor.

The attack on the news anchor took place in the early hours of yesterday, in her residence in Katampe, Kubwa-Kaduna axis of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja.

She was just 29, and police has promised to get to the roots of the death of the news anchor.

Confirming the killing of Somtochukwu Maduagwu in a statement, ARISE News said:

“Sommie was not only a cherished member of the ARISE News family but also a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with our viewers.

“We extend our deepest condolences to her parents, siblings, extended family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time.

“Her 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,” Hadiza Usman-Ajayi wrote on behalf of the management.

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Reacting to the Somtochukwu Maduagwu incident, the Commissioner of Police, FCT, Ajao Adewale, has directed the tactical teams of the Command, Special Anti-Robbery Squad and the Special Intelligence Unit to take over the investigation

The Divisional Police Officer for Katampe, a Chief Superintendent of Police, Sadiq Abubakar, when eventually reached, disclosed that Police from his division have commenced an investigation into the robbery incident.