The final social media posts of late Arise TV news anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, have surfaced, stirring deep emotions and grief across the country following her untimely death.
Maduagwu tragically lost her life during a violent armed robbery at her residence in Abuja on Monday, September 29, 2025. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many questioning the deteriorating state of security in Nigeria—even in its capital city.
As investigations continue, friends and online followers have been revisiting her recent tweets, particularly one posted on August 14, in which she wrote:
"I pray from the depth of my heart that Nigeria never happens to me or anyone I care about."
This tweet has since gone viral, with many interpreting it as a haunting premonition of her tragic fate.
Emotional Tribute from a Close Friend
One of her friends, identified by the handle @caesfire, shared a deeply emotional final conversation with Christelle. In their last chat, she had expressed feelings of unease, saying she felt something was "trying to eat" her and that she was struggling to survive.
"Sommie, we spoke about this last month. I will never forget you, my beautiful, dear, intelligent, and elegant friend. ❤️ I am heartbroken," the friend wrote.
National Outcry and Public Reaction
The news of her passing at just 29 years old has left many Nigerians heartbroken and outraged. Social media has been flooded with tributes, with users lamenting the country’s alarming insecurity and mourning the loss of a bright, articulate journalist whose life was cut short too soon.
Many are questioning where in Nigeria can truly be considered safe if such a crime could occur in the Federal Capital Territory. The incident has reignited calls for urgent government action on national security reform.
Source: gistreel
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