Blog - FAMOUS REPORTERS

Sep

30

2025

I was the first to be attacked, late Arise TV anchor’s neighbour gives account

NATIONAL NEWS#Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu, Arisetvpresenterkilledduringarmedrobberyattack

I was the first to be attacked, late Arise TV anchor's neighbour gives account Sani Yusuf, a close neighbour of the 29-yeqrs-old Arise TV presenter and producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, has amidst trauma, recounted his ordeals during the terror-striking attack that claimed the life of the vibrant journalist. According to the devastated neighbour, he does not wish anyone the things he witnessed, during the incident. Famousreporters.com reports that Sommie, as she was fondly addressed by her friends and colleagues, tragically passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025, following the robbery incident in her residence, in Katampe…

Sep

30

2025

By Famous Reporters

Peter Obi reacts as Robbers Kill Arise TV presenter, Sommie in robbery attack

NATIONAL NEWS#AriseTV, #MurderofArisenewsanchor, #Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu

Peter Obi reacts as Robbers Kill Arise TV presenter Sommie in robbery attack Peter Gregory Obi, the Labour Party, LP, candidate in the 2023 presidential election, has vehemently condemned the brutal killing of Arise TV Presenter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu Christelle. Peter Obi expressed grief over the untimely death of the former presenter in a post he shared on his official X handle, on Monday, September 29, 2025. His statement is coming after Arise TV made the announcement. In the report that surfaced online, it was revealed that Sommie was killed during a robbery incident that took place at her residence in…

Sep

29

2025

By Famous Reporters

BREAKING NEWS: Romelu’s father, Roger Lukaku is dead

NEWS#BelgianInternationalfootballers, #Gençlerbirliği, #ZaireInternationalStriker

BREAKING NEWS: Romelu's father, Roger Lukaku is dead Roger Lukaku, the father of Romelu has joined his ancestors at the age of 58-years. The shocking death news of the famous footballer has thrown the world of football into a mourning state. Roger Menama Lukaku was the former Zaire international striker but has regrettably passed away at the age of 58. He was the father of Romelu and Jordan Lukaku, the renowned Belgian international footballers. Lukaku took his last breath yesterday , Sunday, September 28 2025, in his hometown of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). The devastating news of…

Sep

29

2025

By Famous Reporters

JUST IN: Togolese driver arrested over lethal speed-induced crash

CRIME#Accidentvictim, #LASTMA, #Togoleserecklessdriver

JUST IN: Togolese driver arrested over lethal speed-induced crash The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) demonstrated its vigilance and operational resolve in safeguarding lives, as its operatives intervened in a harrowing road traffic catastrophe, earlier today, at the Adeniji Adele Intersection, inward Ilubirin, Lagos Island, Lagos State. The frightening incident involved a negligent Togolese motorist, National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report. Preliminary inquiries disclosed that the Togolese operator of a Mazda automobile, bearing registration number EPE 749 GS, while recklessly propelling the vehicle at an unlawful velocity, lost control and brutally struck a pedestrian who…

Sep

29

2025

By Famous Reporters

BREAKING NEWS: Popular 29-yrs-old Arise TV Journalist Murdered

CRIME#Arise News, #AriseTV, #MurderofArisenewsanchor, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu

BREAKING NEWS: Popular 29-yrs-old Arise TV Journalist Murdered Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu has been brutally murdered in residence in the Katampe area of Abuja in the early hours of Monday. The young broadcaster was gruesomely killed during an armed robbery attack at her residence. Maduagwu, who was popularly addressed as Sommie by colleagues and friends, died at the age of 29. She was born on December 26, 1995, and had fought tooth and nail to distinguish herself as a talented news anchor, reporter, and producer. She was celebrated for her eloquence, professionalism, and dedication to impactful journalism. Before…

Sep

29

2025

By Famous Reporters

Ecobank Design & Build Initiative, aligns with vision for Lagos-Sanwo-Olu

NEWS#BabajideOlusolaSanwo-Olu, #Ecobankdesign&buildinitiative, #Modernlagos

Ecobank Design & Build Initiative, aligns with vision for Lagos-Sanwo-Olu Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the recent Ecobank Design & Build Initiative aligns perfectly with the vision of his administration, to build a modern, liveable and sustainable Lagos. Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended the Ecobank Design & Build Exhibition, describing the initiative as perfectly aligned with the state’s vision to create a modern, livable, and sustainable Lagos. Sanwo-Olu, represented by Mrs. Bukola Agbaminoja, CEO of the Lagos State Film & Video Censors Board, applauded Ecobank for hosting a highly successful event. He urged financiers to view…

Sep

29

2025

By Famous Reporters

Trailer Container Crushes Police Officer, Two others, As LASTMA Rescues 2 with Grievous Injuries

METRO#LASTMA, #RoadAccident, #Truckdriver, #Truckdriversassociation

Trailer Container Crushes Police Officer, Two others, As LASTMA Rescues 2 with Grievous Injuries The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the tragic accident that occurred earlier today along Ijora causeway, inward Ijora 7Up. In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by LASTMA's Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Mr. Adebayo Taofiq stated that, "The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) hereby confirms the occurrence of a most lamentable accident earlier today along Ijora Causeway, inward Ijora 7Up, involving a Apple fully laden 40-foot container truck XP…

Sep

27

2025

By Famous Reporters

Lagos CP, Jimoh warns against extortion, harassment, human rights violations, others

NATIONAL NEWS, Oddity#disguise, #Extortion, #IGPKayodeAdeoluEgbetokun

Lagos CP, Jimoh warns against extortion, harassment, human rights violations, others In line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, has held a strategic meeting with Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Commanders to address Police Conducts in the State and other key operational issues within the Command. In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Lagos PPRO, SP Abimbola Adebisi stated that, "The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP…

Sep

27

2025

By Famous Reporters

Akwa Ibom Court Sentences Ex-Soldier to Death for Murdering Traveller Who Gave Him Ride

CRIME#ChristopherJimmy, #DeathByHanging, #Murderinakwaibom, #StephenIweh

Akwa Ibom Court Sentences Ex-Soldier to Death for Murdering Traveller Who Gave Him Ride Stephen Iweh, a former soldier who was dismissed from service has been sentenced to death by hanging for killing a traveller, Christopher Jimmy, who gave him a ride, and robbing him of his Toyota Matrix in the year 2021. An Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo has sentenced a dismissed soldier, Corporal Stephen Iweh of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Battalion, Ibagwa, Abak, to death by hanging for the murder of a traveller who offered him a lift. Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice Bassey Nkanang…

Sep

27

2025

By Famous Reporters

Pastor Arrested Fleeing Nigeria After Allegedly Killing Popular Agent Over N9m Land Deal

CRIME#BayelsaRealEstateMogul, #EkpebohRichard, #KillingofBayelsarealestatemogul

Pastor Arrested Fleeing Nigeria After Allegedly Killing Popular Agent Over N9m Land Deal Bayelsa State Police have confirmed the arrest of one Pastor George Idumangi, the man who was accused of murdering his friend, Richard Ekpeboh, a real estate agent over a disputed N9 million land deal. According to the Police, the self-acclaimed pastor was apprehended while attempting to flee the country. Authorities confirmed on Thursday that Idumangi was apprehended in Lagos and has since been transferred to Bayelsa State, where he will face trial for the alleged crimes. According to police investigations, the incident originated from a land transaction…