At first, there was a commotion when Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, well known as MC Oluomo, was announced as the new president of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). Word of his election spread swiftly online. But the joy surrounding his appointment was short-lived because he was essentially removed from office less than two weeks later when a judicial decision ruled that his election was illegitimate.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
Despite MC Oluomo’s appeal to the Court of Appeal, seeking to have his election upheld, the court in Abuja ruled in favor of Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa, reaffirming him as the legitimate president of the NURTW. The court dismissed the challenge brought forward by MC Oluomo and his supporters, effectively putting an end to his brief tenure.
The court’s decision has caused a stir within the NURTW, as the power struggle between the two factions continues to attract attention. MC Oluomo, who has been a prominent figure within the transport union, had hoped to secure his position through legal means. However, the court’s verdict now leaves Baruwa firmly in control, reaffirming the status quo within the union.
In the wake of the ruling, a video has emerged showing MC Oluomo’s personal belongings, including several portraits, being removed from the NURTW office. The footage, which has gone viral, offers a glimpse into the aftermath of the court’s decision, as it shows the physical dismantling of the former president’s presence within the union’s headquarters.
The events surrounding MC Oluomo’s election and subsequent removal have sparked mixed reactions across the country. While some view the ruling as a legal victory for Baruwa and the NURTW’s traditional leadership, others argue that the issue is far from over and may continue to stir tensions within the union.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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