The National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, on Tuesday regained control of the union’s National Secretariat in Abuja following a reported forceful takeover by a rival faction.
Akinsanya, widely known as MC Oluomo, visited the secretariat shortly after it was recovered to assess the extent of damage to the facility. Visuals shared by TVC News showed him inspecting affected areas within the premises.
Following the inspection, the union leader held a meeting with executive members from Kaduna State. Security personnel and supporters were also stationed at the secretariat to maintain order and prevent further escalation of the leadership dispute.
In a statement shared via his Instagram page, Akinsanya described the incident as a “forceful takeover” by a faction reportedly aligned with Baruwa. He maintained that legal proceedings surrounding the leadership tussle are still ongoing and cautioned against actions that could undermine due process.
According to him, he was not a defendant in the court judgment being cited by the opposing faction. He further stated that the ruling in question has already been challenged in court, with a stay of execution secured pending the outcome of the appeal.
“The National President wishes to inform members of the union and the general public that he was not a defendant in the purported judgment. The judgment has been appealed, and a stay of execution has been duly entered,” the statement read.
Akinsanya also emphasized that he has not engaged with the rival faction, noting that the matter remains sub judice. He reassured members that the situation is under control, with security agencies actively monitoring developments at the secretariat.
Reaffirming his position, he insisted that he remains the legitimate National President of the NURTW. He, however, urged union members nationwide to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding as the dispute continues to unfold.
The leadership crisis within the union has drawn attention due to its potential implications for transport operations and internal stability across several states.
