A beloved Nigerian news anchor tragically died after leaping three stories from her apartment in a desperate attempt to escape a horrific armed robbery, according to police and reports.

Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, 29, a reporter and producer at Arise News Channel, was found unconscious by police outside her three-story apartment building in the capital of Abuja after violent thieves broke in and ransacked it early Monday morning, the Federal Capital Territory Police Command announced.

The popular TV host was rushed to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries. 3

Her heartbroken colleagues shared the tragic news on social media, remembering the “cherished” anchor for her boundless spirit and passion.

“Sommie, 29, was not only a cherished member of the ARISE News fam

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