- Twelve suspects arrested over the death of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu have confessed to the crime.
- The robbers admitted attacking her Abuja home, stealing a white Honda CR-V, and sharing ₦200,000 each from the proceeds.
- Their confession has sparked public outrage, with many Nigerians condemning the senseless killing over such a small amount.
Following the arrest of 12 armed robbers linked to the death of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, new details have surfaced.
The suspects confessed to attacking her home in Katampe Extension, Abuja, and stealing a white Honda CR-V, which they later sold. Each reportedly received ₦200,000 from the proceeds.
The revelation has sparked outrage online, with many Nigerians condemning the robbers for taking a life over such a small sum.
GISTLOVER earlier reported that The family of Arise TV reporter, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who tragically passed away after jumping from a three-storey building, has released her obituary.
According to the statement, the UK-trained lawyer and journalist will be laid to rest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, following a funeral service at Saint Theresa Catholic Church, Agulu, Anambra State.
A service of songs will be held ahead of the burial on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Corpus Christi Cathedral, Kaduna Street, Port Harcourt.
Somtochukwu, a former beauty queen, died on September 29 after jumping from her third-floor apartment during a robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja.
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