By Sunny Onyekwere
December 21,2025
FCT Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), said it received with shock and deep sorrow the death of one of its committed members, Mr. Sunday Olatuyi, who lost his life after being hit by a Toyota Corolla with the registration number ABUJA RBC 128 AM at Lugbe Bus Stop, Abuja.
It revealed that the unfortunate incident occurred on Saturday night, December 20, 2025, at the Lugbe Bus Stop, where he was reportedly knocked down by a reckless driver while heading home after closing from work. Mr. Olatuyi was said to have been accompanied by a friend at the time of the incident.
This was contained in an e-signed statement from Comrade Jide Oyekunle, Secretary, NUJ FCT Council, issued yesterday, in Abuja.
Olatuyi, aged 40, hailed from Odo-Oro Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State. He is survived by his wife, a seven-month-old daughter, Eniola, and his aged mother.
Until his demise, Olatuyi worked with Advocate Broadcasting Network (ADBN Television) as a Senior Cameraman. He was formerly with Ben TV.
It is a painful loss to the NUJ FCT family, to all who knew him as a dedicated professional and union man. His commitment to the ideals of journalism and his active participation in union activities will be greatly missed. His passing leaves a vacuum that will be difficult to fill.
Mr. Olatuyi’s untimely death is tragic, unfortunate, especially given the circumstances surrounding the incident, and it calls on the relevant authorities to ensure that justice is served.
The NUJ FCT Council condemns in strong terms the circumstances that led to this tragic incident, expresses grave concern over the growing cases of reckless driving, disregard for human lives on our roads, particularly within the Federal Capital Territory.
In view of this unfortunate development, the Council demands an immediate, thorough, transparent investigation into the incident, calls on the Nigeria Police Force to promptly prosecute the driver involved, in accordance with the law. Justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done, to serve as a deterrent to others.
The NUJ FCT Council extends its heartfelt condolences to the immediate family he left behind, the management and entire staff of ADBN Television, the Correspondents’ Chapel, the Society of Practicing Cameramen, as well as friends and colleagues of the deceased.
The Council assures the bereaved family of its solidarity, support during this difficult time, pledges to continue following up on the case until justice is served.”
