MC Oluomo Assumes NURTW Presidency Despite Court Ruling Upholding Baruwa’s Leadership

Days after the Court of Appeal in Abuja nullified his presidency, Musiliu ‘MC Oluomo’ Akinsanya officially assumed office as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) on Tuesday. This marks the first time MC Oluomo has publicly acknowledged his leadership role since the appellate court reaffirmed Ibikunle Baruwa as the legitimate NURTW president.

MC Oluomo, who was elected unopposed during a union election at the zonal secretariat in Osogbo, had his presidency overturned by a three-judge panel. Justices Hamma Akawu Barka, Nnamdi Okwy Dimgba, and Asmau Ojuolape Akanbi upheld the National Industrial Court’s earlier ruling from March 11, which recognized Baruwa as the rightful president. The court also imposed a N100,000 cost against MC Oluomo in favor of the respondents.

Following the ruling, human rights lawyer Femi Falana urged the federal government to reinstate Baruwa immediately, calling on Attorney-General of the Federation Lateef Fagbemi and Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun to enforce the decision.

However, as of now, the federal government has not issued an official statement recognizing Baruwa as the NURTW president.

Undeterred by the legal challenges, MC Oluomo took to Instagram to announce his return to the helm of the union, vowing to lead with renewed energy.

“It’s time for no distraction. Refocused, recharged, ready to rock! I’m back to work, primed to tackle all challenges head-on, crush my goals with precision and passion, and make today count with purpose and productivity,” he wrote.

He added, “Opportunities, obstacles, successes—I’m ready! Today’s mindset: focused, driven, and unstoppable. Watch me soar, MC Oluomo.”