The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has paraded 12 suspects in connection with the shocking killing of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu and a security guard in Abuja. The tragic incident, which occurred earlier this month, sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s media and security circles, prompting an intensive manhunt that led to multiple arrests across the capital.
According to the FCT Commissioner of Police, the suspects were apprehended through coordinated intelligence operations involving tactical units and community informants. Preliminary investigations revealed that the attack, initially believed to be a robbery, may have been premeditated, as several stolen items belonging to the victims were recovered. The police also confirmed that forensic analyses and further interrogations are ongoing to determine the exact motive and each suspect’s role in the crime.
The late Somtochukwu Maduagwu, known for his sharp political analysis and professionalism, has been mourned by colleagues, viewers, and media bodies nationwide. The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and Arise News management have called for swift justice, emphasizing the growing risks faced by journalists in the line of duty. The police assured the public that all suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigations.
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