President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Ms. Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, a news anchor with Arise News Television, who was k!lled during an armed robbery attack at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja on Monday, September 29.
In a statement released by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms. Maduagwu, the management and staff of Arise News Television, and the wider Nigerian media community over the painful loss.
“Ms. Maduagwu was a promising professional journalist whose life was cut short in a cruel and condemnable manner. Security and law enforcement agencies should conduct a quick and thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice without delay,” the statement read.
While commiserating with the bereaved family, President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the safety and security of all Nigerians, stressing that efforts to strengthen measures against crime in all its forms will continue.