Arise Television news presenter and producer Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu was assassinated in an armed robbery at her home in Abuja’s Katampe neighbourhood.
Police have started looking into the robbery incident that happened early on Monday, according to a statement issued by Hadiza Usman-Ajayi on behalf of Arise TV management.
According to Usman-Ajayi, the Arise Television management expressed their condolences to Maduagwu, also known as Sommie, and her family.
Somtochukwu, born on December 26, 1995, also received legal training.
“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,” the statement reads.
“ She 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.
“We extend our deepest condolences to Sommie’s parents, siblings, extended family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time.
“Sommie’s 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.”
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Nigerian artist Qudus Fakoya Olatunji, better known by his stage name Qdot, was robbed and assaulted at gunpoint in his Lagos home on Sunday.
According to reports, armed individuals burst into his house at around 2:30 in the morning.
In addition to reportedly transferring funds from his bank accounts, the attackers took away his phones and laptops. It was also reported that they were able to access his social media accounts.
In a post on X, talent manager Dami Adenuga verified the occurrence and cautioned the public not to trust any dubious messages or requests for money from the artists’ accounts.
He wrote:
“Nigerian singer Qdot was attacked and robbed at gunpoint in his home around 2:30 a.m. today. The armed robbers carted away his phones, laptops, and transferred all funds from his accounts.
“They also gained access to his social media accounts. The public is hereby urged to disregard any suspicious messages, posts, or financial requests coming from Qdot’s accounts at this time.”
The Lagos State Police Command had not yet released an official statement on the subject as of the time of publication.
