NURTW revokes MC Oluomo’s membership over 2022 disciplinary row

The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has officially revoked the membership of Musiliu Akinsanya, widely known as MC Oluomo.

This confirmation was made by the union’s Southwest Zonal Chairman, Olalekan Folorunsho, also called Lekan Salami, on Tuesday, November 18.

Salami disclosed that MC Oluomo forfeited his membership in 2022 after he publicly tore his union identity card in protest. The incident occurred following a disciplinary query issued by the NURTW’s national leadership.

“Our Constitution is clear. A returning member must submit a formal application to the national leadership, which is subject to approval. Such a person must also spend two years at the grassroots level before contesting for any position,” Salami stated.

The former Lagos State chairman has not complied with these requirements, rendering him ineligible to hold any office within the union.

Salami also used the opportunity to reaffirm the leadership of Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa, whose presidency was recently validated by an Appeal Court ruling.

He urged the government to recognise Baruwa’s authority and denounced acts of disorder within the union.

“The NURTW in Osun State remains under Baruwa’s leadership. Gangsterism has no place in our union, and MC Oluomo should be called to order,” he emphasised.

This development marks the latest chapter in the NURTW’s ongoing internal power struggle. Despite factions challenging Baruwa’s presidency, the court ruling offers a path toward resolving the disputes and restoring stability within the union nationwide.