The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed its condolences over the sudden death of Sunday Olatuyi, a cameraman with ADBN Television and a member of the INEC Press Corps. Olatuyi, 40, died on Saturday after being hit by a speeding vehicle along Lugbe, Airport Road, Abuja, while on his way home from work.
According to reports, the fatal accident occurred after the close of business on Saturday, resulting in Olatuyi’s untimely passing. Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, described Olatuyi as a dedicated cameraman who played a vital role in covering the commission’s activities.
In a statement, Oketola said, “It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we received the news of the tragic passing of Mr. Sunday Olatuyi, a dedicated cameraman with ADBN Television and a valued member of the INEC Press Corps.” He extended the commission’s deepest condolences to Olatuyi’s family, ADBN Television, and the entire Press Corps, praying for the strength to bear the loss.
Olatuyi’s death has been met with shock and sadness, given his commitment to his work and his role in covering the activities of the electoral commission. As a member of the INEC Press Corps, he was part of a team of journalists and media professionals who work closely with the commission to provide coverage of its activities.
The INEC has prayed for divine protection for all members of the Press Corps, acknowledging the risks and challenges they face in the course of their work. The commission’s statement serves as a tribute to Olatuyi’s professionalism and dedication to his craft, and his contributions to the work of the electoral commission will be remembered.
The incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for caution on the roads, particularly in urban areas like Abuja. As the electoral commission and the media community mourn the loss of Olatuyi, they will also be reflecting on the significance of his work and the role of the press in promoting transparency and accountability in the electoral process.
