INEC mourns cameraman Sunday Olatuyi death in Abuja accident

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed its condolences over the sudden death of Sunday Olatuyi, a 40‑year‑old cameraman with ADBN Television and a member of the INEC Press Corps. Olatuyi died on Saturday after being struck by a speeding vehicle on Lugbe Airport Road in Abuja while on his way home from work. The fatal accident occurred after business hours, resulting in his 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 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 reporting on 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 also 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 reflect on the significance of his work and the role of the press in promoting transparency and accountability in the electoral process.