By John Ogunsemore
Daredevil robbers have killed an Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, in Abuja.
Arise News confirmed the demise of the 29-year-old broadcaster in a statement shared on X on Monday.
According to the statement, the anchor better known as Sommie was killed in a violent robbery incident in her home in the Katampe area of Abuja in the early hours of Monday, September 29.
The statement reads, “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 the 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.
“Beyond the airwaves, Sommie was a lawyer who was a professional and supportive colleague and a friend to many.”
The development comes a day after the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) charged the government to tackle growing insecurity in the country.
In a statement signed by its President, Eze Anaba and General Secretary, Onuoha Ukeh, the guild urged the federal government and the security agencies to be more proactive and effective in tackling banditry, insurgency, kidnapping, herder-farmer clashes and other vices, for the purposes of saving lives, boosting food security and creating a more conducive environment for Nigerian citizens wherever they live.
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