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The Digest:

President Bola Tinubu has condemned the tragic death of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu following a robbery attack at her Abuja residence. In a statement by aide Bayo Onanuga, the President described her killing as "cruel and condemnable" and ordered security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Key Points:
  • President Bola Tinubu has condemned the killing of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu.
  • He described the late journalist as a "promising professional" whose life was cut short cruelly.
  • The President has directed security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation.
  • He ordered that the perpetrators be apprehended and brought to justice without delay.
  • Tinubu extended his condolences to the Maduagwu family and the entire media fraternity.
  • He reiterated his administration's commitment to safeguarding lives and property.
  • Colleagues of the deceased have revealed her death was "preventable," alleging she was denied medical care after surviving a fall during the robbery.
This high-level condemnation underscores the public outrage over the incident, which has become a stark symbol of both violent crime and alleged systemic failures in emergency healthcare.

Sources: The PUNCH