The recent leadership shake-up within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has sparked interest and speculation—even as the dust settles following the latest court rulings. Alhaji Moshood Ajao, the Southwest Coordinator of the Elders’ Forum of NURTW, has stepped forward to clarify some important points regarding the election of Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo.
In a statement released to the press, Ajao emphasized that the Appeal Court did not nullify Akinsanya’s election as president of the union—a claim that had been circulating in some reports. To set the record straight, Ajao detailed that Akinsanya was elected during the Zonal Delegates Conference held in Osogbo on November 9, 2024. Crucially, he noted that Akinsanya was not involved in any court proceedings related to recent disputes within the union.
According to Ajao, the judgment from the Appeal Court was handed down on November 8, 2024, just before the conference in which Akinsanya was elected. This timing is significant, as it highlights that the delegates gathered for the election were unaware of any legal decisions at the time they cast their votes. “Akinsanya was neither a petitioner nor a defendant in this case,” Ajao stated, reinforcing Akinsanya’s role as a unifying figure amid a backdrop of controversy.
The choice of Akinsanya as president was intended to restore harmony within the NURTW, emphasizing the need for leadership that can steer the organization away from litigation and back towards constructive dialogue. His election seems to be a strategic move to foster peace within the union, focusing on cohesion rather than conflict.
This development gives a fresh outlook on the NURTW’s leadership dynamics, reminding us that in times of organizational strife, choosing leaders who can navigate through challenges with integrity is paramount. As the landscape of transport workers evolves, it seems that the leadership of MC Oluomo will be pivotal in shaping the future direction of the NURTW.
For anyone following the unfolding saga of the NURTW, this clarification ought to provide a sense of stability during what can otherwise be a tumultuous time.
Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s keep an eye on how these changes will impact the transport sector in Nigeria.
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