Police Probe Killing of Arise TV Presenter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has opened an investigation into the killing of Arise TV journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who was murdered during an armed robbery at her Katampe residence in Abuja on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Describing the incident as a “cruel and senseless act that has no place in a sane society,” Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Adewale, pledged that the command would ensure justice is served.
In a statement signed by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the CP ordered a comprehensive probe and directed the deployment of intelligence and operational teams to track and apprehend the culprits.
The command urged residents to support the investigation by providing credible information and raising timely alarms in suspicious situations to help prevent crime.
CP Adewale also extended
condolences to Maduagwu’s family, friends, and colleagues, calling her a gifted anchor, reporter, and producer whose death is a tragic loss to the media industry.
“The FCT Police Command commiserates deeply with the bereaved family and the media community and pledges that every effort will be made to bring the perpetrators to justice,” the statement read.
Police Probe Killing of Arise TV Presenter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has opened an investigation into the killing of Arise TV journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who was murdered during an armed robbery at her Katampe residence in Abuja on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Describing the incident as a “cruel and senseless act that has no place in a sane society,” Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Adewale, pledged that the command would ensure justice is served.
In a statement signed by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the CP ordered a comprehensive probe and directed the deployment of intelligence and operational teams to track and apprehend the culprits.
The command urged residents to support the investigation by providing credible information and raising timely alarms in suspicious situations to help prevent crime.
CP Adewale also extended
condolences to Maduagwu’s family, friends, and colleagues, calling her a gifted anchor, reporter, and producer whose death is a tragic loss to the media industry.
“The FCT Police Command commiserates deeply with the bereaved family and the media community and pledges that every effort will be made to bring the perpetrators to justice,” the statement read.
