Court Sacks MC Oluomo as NURTW President, Affirms Baruwa
Breaking News: Court Sacks MC Oluomo as NURTW President, Affirms Baruwa
In a dramatic turn of events, the Abuja Division of the Appeal Court has sacked Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, from his position as National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) ¹ ². This decision comes after the court affirmed Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa as the authentic President of NURTW.
*Background of the Case*
The appeal court upheld an earlier judgment delivered by the National Industrial Court on March 11, 2024, which recognized Baruwa as the union’s president ². A three-member panel, consisting of Justices Hamma Akawu Barka, Nnamdi Dimgba, and Asmau Ojuolape Akanbi, dismissed the appeal filed by Najeem Usman Yasin, Tajudeen Agbede, and others, citing lack of merit.
*Reactions from Baruwa*
Baruwa has described MC Oluomo’s self-declared inauguration as NURTW president as “an affront on the judiciary” and “blatant disregard and disrespect for the rule of law” ¹ ². He emphasized that the NURTW operates under a legal framework with a constitution that clearly outlines guidelines for electing its leaders.
*Call for Enforcement*
Baruwa urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to enforce the court’s judgment to ensure compliance and maintain peace and order.
The appellate court also awarded N100,000 in costs against the appellants, who are known loyalists of MC Oluomo ¹ ². This development comes after MC Oluomo was recently elected and sworn in as the National President of the Union, despite the ongoing legal battle.
Stay updated on this unfolding story as more details emerge!
