The FCT Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commiserated with the management of Arise TV and the family of the late anchor/presenter, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who died during a robbery attack at her Katampe residence in Abuja.
Secretary of the FCT NUJ, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, called for a thorough forensic investigation into the circumstances that led to the journalist’s demise.
He said the FCT Council of the NUJ is deeply saddened by the tragic and untimely death of the Arise Television news anchor, who passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, as a result of a violent armed robbery attack at her residence.
He described Maduagwu’s passing as a devastating loss not only to her immediate family and Arise News but to the entire Nigerian media industry.
‘Somtochukwu was a brilliant, passionate, and dedicated broadcaster whose professionalism and poise endeared her to colleagues and viewers alike. She represented the best of a new generation of Nigerian journalists-bold, ethical, and committed to the truth,’ he said.
According to him, the sudden death of the late journalist is a painful reminder of the increasing security challenges in the country and the urgent need for accountability.