The heartbreaking last tweets of Arise TV news anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, have resurfaced online, leaving many Nigerians emotional following her tragic passing.
Tragic Death of Somtochukwu Christelle
Gistlover recalls that the 29-year-old journalist was murdered by armed robbers who broke into her home in Abuja on Monday, September 29. The incident has sparked nationwide grief and renewed debates about insecurity in Nigeria.
Authorities have since launched an investigation into the brutal killing, but the shocking loss has left close friends, colleagues, and admirers devastated.
Her Last Tweet on Safety in Nigeria
Social media users were particularly shaken by Somtochukwu’s August 14th post on X (formerly Twitter), where she expressed fear about her safety in Nigeria.
She wrote:
“I pray from the depth of my heart that Nigeria never happens to me or anyone I care about.”
Sadly, her words now feel like a chilling premonition of her tragic end.
Friend Shares Their Last Chat
A close friend, @caesfire, shared his final conversation with Christelle, where she admitted she was struggling to cope.
In the chat, she mentioned something “trying to eat” her and how she was simply trying to survive.
Mourning her, he wrote:
“Sommie, we spoke about this last month. I will never forget you my beautiful, intelligent, and elegant friend ❤️ I am heartbroken.”
Nigerians React With Grief and Anger
News of Christelle’s death has drawn widespread sorrow and outrage online. Many Nigerians lamented the country’s insecurity, questioning whether anywhere is truly safe if the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) itself can experience such violent crimes.
Messages of condolences continue to pour in, with many describing her as a bright, intelligent, and passionate journalist whose life was cruelly cut short.
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