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  • Lagos State NURTW elders describe MC Oluomo’s suspension from the national body as unwarranted

    Lagos State NURTW elders describe MC Oluomo’s suspension from the national body as unwarranted

    Lagos State Council Group of Elders of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, has described as unwarranted the suspension of its Lagos State Chairman, Musiliu Akinsanya, aka MC Oluomo, by the national body of the union in Abuja.

     

    The group, in a letter to the national body of the union dated March 14, 2022, titled “Resolutions of Lagos State Council of NURTW Elders Forum on the current crisis in the Union,” gave the national body of NURTW seven days to withdraw the suspension of MC Oluomo.

     

    According to the letter, “revoke the suspension letter of the State Chairman which we view as unwarranted at this period in the history of our Union.”

     

    The letter was signed by Samuel Jonah, Alao Adewuyi, Alamu Otegbeye, Bola Lemboye and Stephen Falusi.

     

    “Finally, we expect the withdrawal of these two letters within seven days (7) to enable us to conclude the settlement of the crisis once and for all,” the letter stated.

     

    They also asked the national body of the union to withdraw a letter appointing another chairman for the Lagos State Chapter of the Tricycle Owners and Operators Association of Nigeria.

     

    Adding: “Following the recent crisis rocking the Union in the state, the Elders of the Union met and resolved as follows:

     

    “In order to close the tension, the National Headquarters should withdraw the controversial letter of Appointment of another Chairman for (Keke Maruwa) Tricycles as there cannot be two State Chairman in one State Council. There is no such provisions in the Union Constitution.”

  • MC Oluomo gives reason for collecting N800 from transporters in Lagos

    MC Oluomo gives reason for collecting N800 from transporters in Lagos

    Chairman of the Lagos State Council of National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Musiliu Akinsanya (aka MC Oluomo) has explained that the collection of N800 from transporters in the state, by his members, “is strictly for the Lagos State government tickets for consolidated transport levy, not union fee.”

     

    In his words: “The state government, in January, introduced a daily N800 consolidated informal transport levy for transporters in the state.”

     

    MC Oluomo said the Union has no right to stop the selling of the tickets since they are for the state government.

     

    Recall that MC Oulomo was suspended indefinitely for an act of insubordination by the national body of NURTW.

     

    He was accused of inciting members against national leadership and fronting for Tricycle operators in Lagos.

     

    In his response to the “act of insubordination” brought against him by the national body of NURTW, MC Oluomo stated that he faithfully complied with the laws guiding the union’s operations and vowed.

     

    “I vow never to do anything that will tarnish the image of the union nor bring the union back to the inglorious position of being branded as thugs and disturbers of the public peace in Lagos,” he stated.

     

     

  • BREAKING: LASG suspends NURTW activities from parks

    BREAKING: LASG suspends NURTW activities from parks

    The Lagos State Government has suspended the activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers Union (NURTW) from all parks and garages in the state.

    The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, made this known in a statement late Thursday.

    ‘The Lagos State Government has been watching closely events in the National Union of Road Transport Workers Union (NURTW). There have been claims and counter claims over the control of the union.

    ‘The Government has a duty to ensure the safety of lives and property of all Lagosians and visitors. Therefore, there is an urgent need to douse the unnecessary tension generated by the leadership tussle in the NURTW and protect the citizenry from the likely fallout of the situation’.

    ‘After considering the provisions of the law, the Government hereby suspends the activities of NURTW, which must cease to operate in all parks and garages in Lagos State. The Government will set up a Committee to immediately take control of the parks and garages. Members of the committee will be key stakeholders in the sector’.

    The Government’s position is premised on its responsibility to ensure that there is no breakdown of law and order in all parks and garages in Lagos State’.

    The crisis rocking the Lagos chapter of NURTW had led to the suspension of its chairman, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, by the national body.

  • Suspension: MC Oluomo withdraws Lagos NURTW branch from national body

    Suspension: MC Oluomo withdraws Lagos NURTW branch from national body

    Aftermath of his suspension from the national body of NURTW, Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya popularly known as MC Oluomo, the suspended Lagos state Chairman has announced the withdrawal of members of the state council including himself, from the national body.

    The announcement was made at the state secretariat ,Agege on Thursday.

    Addressing a group of members Oloumo stated that he tried all he could to resolve amicably the crisis with the national body, but it didn’t work out.

    “There has been some crisis in our umbrella body, NURTW. All attempts to have an amicable resolution have failed. In fact. we have protested to the Lagos State Government about the State of affairs in our Union.

    “Being law-abiding and responsible citizens, we have decided to explore all avenues for peace in the interest of all, we will not support any action that can threaten the peace that we cherish so much in Lagos State.

    “Therefore, I, Comrade Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, on beha|f of the State Administrative Council, State Executive Council members and the entire union rank and file members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Lagos State Council with over 200 branches and zones hereby resolve to immediately withdraw our membership and operation from the National body of NURTW for peace to reign in Lagos State; write to Lagos State Governor, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation and other relevant agencies about our decision.

  • NURTW suspends MC Oluomo indefinitely

    NURTW suspends MC Oluomo indefinitely

    Reports reaching TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) has it that Alhaji Akinsanya popularly known as MC Oulomo has been suspended indefinitely for an act of insubordination by the national body of NURTW.

    MC Oluomo has been accused of inciting members against national leadership and fronting for Tricycle operators in Lagos.

    Recall that the national body of NURTW already queried Oluomo over his allege act of insurbodination.

    In his response to the query, Oluomo stated that he faithfully complied with the laws guiding the union’s operations and vowed: “never to do anything that will tarnish the image of the union nor bring the union back to the inglorious position of being branded as thugs and disturbers of the public peace in Lagos.”

    On allegation of using thugs to forcefully take over branches of his perceived enemies, Oluomo said nothing of such ever happened since he took over. Oluomo replies that he involves himself in promotion of peace and prevention of forceful takeover of branches.

    “One of the major achievements of this present executive under my leadership in Lagos State is the promotion of peace and prevention of forceful takeover of branches. If any of the Zonal Chairmen to whom the branches belong, however, bring the issue to our attention, same shall be investigated openly and the cause/reason determined,” he said

  • Lagos tricycle operators pledge loyalty to NURTW boss,MC Oluomo

    Lagos tricycle operators pledge loyalty to NURTW boss,MC Oluomo

    All the zonal chapters of Tricycle Owners and Operators Association of Nigeria (TOOAN) in Lagos state have pledged allegiance to council chairman of the National Union of Road Transport workers (NURTW), Lagos chapter, Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya Popularly known as MC Oluomo.

    TOOAN chapter chairmen and scores of members stormed the Agege office of the NURTW to express their grievances over the interference of the national body of NURTW in TOOAN activities.

    They also issued out a stern warning to the Zone C TOOAN chapter chairman ,Alhaji Azeez Abiola popularly known as Istijabah to desist from parading himself as the overall chairman in Lagos state.

    Coordinator of the chairmen and Zone ‘A’ Chairman Alhaji Kamoli Bakare (aka Papi), said the zonal chairmen are unaware and never subscribed to the appointment of Abiola as their leader.

    “TOOAN comprises five Zones – A, B, C, D, and E, of which I’m the chairman of Zone ‘A’ as well as the coordinator of the zones. We are operating under the NURTW and we have confirmed that NURTW has not appointed Abiola as our chairman. So, we consider the letter he’s parading on social media as untrue,” he said.

    According to him, five of them including Abiola were interviewed for the position of zonal chairmen and they were sworn in on March 12, 2020, for a four-year term in office.

    TOOAN zone D chairman Comrade Taofeeq Azeez urged the NURTW National president Alhaji Tajudeen Baruwa to cancel and retrieve the letter given to Abiola if any was ever given to him

     

  • BBNaija star, White Money visits MC Oluomo

    BBNaija star, White Money visits MC Oluomo

    Big Brother Naija Season 6 winner, Hazel Oyeze Onoduenyi a.k.a Whitemoney has visited the Lagos State Chairman, National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, aka MC Oluomo.

    He confessed that it was nice having him around.

    He wrote: “I was surprised when the winner of bbnaija season 6 Hazel Oyeze Onoduenyi A.k.a Whitemoney @whitemoney pay me a courtesy visit. I had a fruitful discussion with him and I must confess it’s nice having him around. Thanks, @olufunmilagos for making this happen. wishing you more height and success.”

  • MC Oluomo’s book not about 2023 politics-Aide

    MC Oluomo’s book not about 2023 politics-Aide

    Musiliu ‘MC Oluomo’ Akinsanya, chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Lagos chapter, has debunked claims that his forthcoming book is about 2023 politics.

    TheNewsGuru had earlier reported how a picture of the cover of the forthcoming book — titled ‘My Service To Humanity’ sparked diverse comments on social media platforms.

    In a chat with Punch, Jimoh Buhari, MC Oluomo’s spokesman, confirmed that his principal would be publishing a book in March on the occasion of his birthday.

    He, however, stated that the forthcoming book will be about his personal life and experiences at work and not on the 2023 politics.

    Buhari said that contrary to rumours, the NURTW chairman has no desire to contest for any political position at the moment.

    “The book is not yet ready but should be launched around March when MC Oluomo’s birthday will be held,” he said.

    “The book is just about MC Oluomo’s experiences, his history, and his life story. There are many misconceptions about him and the book gives him the opportunity of clearing the air on many issues.

    “It is certainly not about 2023 politics. There have been rumours about his intention to contest but right now, he has no such ambition.”

     

  • Comic session on social media as Nigerians react to Lagos NURTW boss, MC Oluomo’s ‘new book’

    Comic session on social media as Nigerians react to Lagos NURTW boss, MC Oluomo’s ‘new book’

    Chairman of Lagos State chapter of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, is set to join the list of authors.

    His Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity, Smart Olayinka however said the book is still in the works.

    The social media space became awash on Tuesday when the cover of the book titled “Service to humanity” emerged.

    While some praised Oluomo for the feat, others wondered if he could author a book.

    See some of the reactions on Twitter;

     

     

  • My daughter got a job before graduating from US varsity- MC Oluomo

    My daughter got a job before graduating from US varsity- MC Oluomo

    MC Oluomo, chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Lagos, has applauded Nofisat Akinsanya, his daughter, who bagged a degree in nursing from Georgia Southern University in the United States.

    Oluomo, whose real name is Musiliu Akinsanya, took to his social media page to also state that Nofisat secured a job before graduating from the varsity.

    The proud father also expressed his gratitude to God for her academic achievement while praying for more success for Nofisat.

    “A hearty congratulations to my darling daughter Nofisat Ayinke Akinsanya. Who just bagged BSN in Nursing from Georgia Southern University. I’m so proud of you. You’ll continue to accomplish many more success,” he wrote.

    “Allah has provided my beautiful daughter with a job even before graduation. May Almighty Allah continue to path her way. Congratulations once again.”