Court postpones trial of 11 accused in Arise TV journalist’s murder case
Three to four sentences introducing the story. The Federal Capital Territory High Court has delayed the trial of 11 suspects accused of involvement in the murder of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, an ARISE TV journalist, and Barnabas Danlami, a security guard. The suspects face charges of criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, and murder. The incident, which occurred at Unique Apartments in Abuja, has drawn significant public attention and condemnation.
What happened
- The trial of 11 suspects linked to the murder of Somtochukwu Maduagwu and Barnabas Danlami has been adjourned to February 26, 2026.
- The suspects were arraigned on January 21, 2026, on nine counts including criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, and murder.
- The victims were killed during a robbery at Unique Apartments, Katampe Extension, Mabushi, Abuja, on September 29, 2025.
- The FCT Police Command previously announced the arrest of 12 suspects, with the gang reportedly sourcing weapons from Niger Republic.
- Somtochukwu Maduagwu was buried at Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area, after a funeral Mass at St Theresa’s Catholic Church, Agulu.
