FCT NUJ calls for forensic investigation into death of Arise TV anchor, Somtochukwu

By Kingsley Omonobi, Abuja

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT chapter, has called for a thorough forensic probe into the decease of Arise Television quality anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was reportedly killed during an equipped robbery astatine her residence successful the Katampe country of Abuja connected Monday, September 29, 2025.

In a statement, Comrade Jide Oyekunle, Secretary of the NUJ FCT Council, urged the Nigeria Police Force and different information agencies to analyse the circumstances surrounding her decease and guarantee that those liable are swiftly apprehended and brought to justice.

The national described Maduagwu’s passing arsenic a “devastating nonaccomplishment not lone to her contiguous household and Arise News but to the full 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 champion of a caller procreation of Nigerian journalists—bold, ethical, and committed to the truth,” Oyekunle said.

The NUJ extended heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and the absorption and unit of Arise Television. The national besides highlighted her decease arsenic a reminder of Nigeria’s increasing information challenges and the request for accountability.

In honour of Maduagwu’s memory, the NUJ urged media professionals to bespeak connected the values she upheld: integrity, excellence, and work to society, portion offering prayers and enactment to her grieving family.

“Though her beingness was brief, her interaction was profound. May her bequest proceed to animate courageousness and information successful journalism,” the national added.

The NUJ FCT Council besides called connected journalists nationwide to stay united, vigilant, and supportive of 1 different during this play of corporate mourning.

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