Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed grief over the death of Arise TV’s anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, promising that justice will be served.
In a statement on Tuesday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, Wike condoled with the management and staff of Arise News, as well as the family and friends of the late journalist.
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“I feel pained that such a wonderful soul could be cut down in its prime. It is sad,” Wike said, assuring that security agencies will carry out a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding her death.
Mandate Secretary on Health, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, confirmed that Maduagwu was brought dead to Maitama General Hospital at about 4:30 a.m. on Monday.
She added that a preliminary medical report would be submitted to the police to aid their investigation.
“At this period, we will continue to pray for God’s comfort for the management and staff of Arise News, especially the Chairman, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, and the family and friends left behind. May God, in His infinite mercies, accept her soul and grant her loved ones the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” the minister added.