•Commiserate with family, media community
The Commissioner of Police in charge of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Adewale Ajao, has ordered a discreet and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Ms. Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor, reporter, and producer with Arise News Channel, during an armed robbery incident at her residence at Katampe area of Abuja in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025.
He also directed the deployment of intelligence and operational assets to identify, track, and apprehend those responsible for this heinous crime.
This was as the police boss extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased.
Describing the incident as a cruel and senseless act that has no place in a sane society, the Commissioner of Police assured that the Command remains fully committed to ensuring that justice is served.
While reiterating the Command’s unwavering commitment to public safety and the prevention of similar occurrences, the CP called on members of the public to support ongoing investigations by providing timely and useful information to the Police.
He charged all FCT residents to always ensure they raise prompt alarm in every suspicious situation with a view to denying criminal elements in our society, opportunity to carry out their evil plans.
Also commiserating with the media community over the loss of a colleague, CP Ajao pledged that every effort would be made to bring the perpetrators to justice.
