President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the news of the tragic passing of Ms Somtochukwu ‘Sommie’ Maduagwu, a brilliant news anchor with Arise News Television, who d!ed 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, President Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms Maduagwu, the management and staff of Arise News Television, and the entire Nigerian media fraternity over this 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”.
While commiserating with the bereaved family, the President assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, and will continue to strengthen measures aimed at combating crime in all its forms.