A leadership shake-up has occurred within the National Union of Road Transport Workers as Alhaji Tajudeen Baruwa has emerged as the new national president, displacing Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo.
The development follows internal disputes and power struggles within the union, which have intensified in recent months over control and legitimacy of leadership positions.
Baruwa’s emergence is said to be backed by a faction within the union that challenged the authority and recognition of the previous leadership, leading to a contested outcome.
Supporters of the new leadership have argued that the change was necessary to restore order, unity and proper administration within the union’s structure nationwide.
However, the situation has generated tension among members, with loyalists of MC Oluomo reportedly disputing the process that led to Baruwa’s emergence and insisting on the legitimacy of the former leadership.
Observers note that the leadership tussle could have wider implications for the operations of the transport union, particularly in major states where its influence is deeply rooted in daily transportation activities.
The unfolding situation is expected to trigger further reactions within the union and may require intervention from relevant authorities to prevent escalation and ensure stability.
