The Federal Government has pledged a thorough investigation into the tragic death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer for Arise Television, who was killed during an armed robbery at her Abuja home on Sunday.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described the incident as a “heinous” and “grievous loss” in a condolence letter addressed to Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman of Arise News.

Idris eulogized Maduagwu as a “vibrant and dedicated news anchor, consummate lawyer, and a model of professionalism whose work resonated with audiences across Nigeria and beyond.” He expressed profound sadness over the crime that “cut down a promising young journalist in her prime.”

“Ms Somtochukwu’s tragic death is a grievous loss not only to the Arise News family but to the Nigerian media fraternity, and indeed the nation,” the Minister stated.

Assuring swift action, Idris confirmed that “on behalf of the federal government,” authorities would launch a “thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances leading to her death.”

The Minister extended his heartfelt sympathies to Maduagwu’s family, colleagues, and friends, praying that God would grant them the fortitude to bear the profound loss.