NURTW
اضافة الى المراجعة تابعملخص
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تاريخ التأسيس 6 يوليو، 1975
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المجالات الوظيفية وظائف أصحاب العمل
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الوظائف المنشورة 0
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شاهد 14
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MC Oluomo elected NURTW National President – Vanguard Newspaper
MC Oluomo’s Controversial Rise: From Transport Union Leader to National NURTW President
In a development that has actually triggered both celebration and concern across Nigeria’s transportation sector, Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has become the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) following a consensus election by union stakeholders and delegates.
The election, which occurred at the Union’s Zonal Secretariat along the Osogbo/Ikirun roadway in Osun State, marks a substantial milestone in the questionable figure’s career trajectory while raising severe questions about the crossway of transportation unions and political power in Nigeria.
The Rise to Power
Delegates from 4 South-West states– Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, and Ekiti– participated in the election, which saw MC Oluomo as the sole prospect.
The procedure was supervised by the acting National President of the union, Aliyu Issa-Ore, represented by Mrs. Adedamola Salam, Head of Finance from the National Headquarters in Abuja.
The election likewise resulted in the consultation of Tajudeen Agbede as Vice President of South-West and Akeem Adeosun as trustee from the zone.
In his approval speech, MC Oluomo called for unity within the union, stating, “I have actually forgiven everybody who angered me, and I wish those I upset would forgive me as well. This is our union, and we must be committed to its conservation. We will not permit anybody to destroy our methods of livelihood.”
A Controversial Past
Nevertheless, MC Oluomo’s ascension to the national presidency comes with substantial luggage and controversy.
Claims of violence, political intimidation, and the weaponization of transportation union structures for political functions marked his period as the chairman of the Lagos State chapter of NURTW.
Most significantly, during the 2023 general elections, MC Oluomo gained national attention for his questionable function in election-related violence and citizen intimidation.
He was captured on video making threats versus Igbo voters in Lagos State, warning them to either vote for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or remain at home. While he later claimed the declaration was a joke made to a friend nicknamed “Iya Chukwudi,” the occurrence caused widespread condemnation and requires his arrest.
The after-effects of his risks emerged in election day violence, where political goons allegedly carried out civil-war-era-style “eye tests” to determine Igbo voters, preventing lots of from exercising their democratic rights. These actions led to the creation of a petition calling for worldwide travel bans against him, mentioning his function in inciting ethnic violence.
Opposition and Concerns
The Concerned Transporters in South West of Nigeria, a group of transportation workers, has emphatically opposed MC Oluomo’s rise to power. In a communique signed by Comrade Taiwo Ariyo and Alhaji Ahmed Ibrahim, the group mentioned his questionable management design and alleged use of union resources for individual gain as considerable concerns.
The group specified, “MC Oluomo’s leadership design is unacceptable. He utilized union resources for personal gain, ignoring members’ well-being.” They likewise raised concerns about his ability to successfully lead the nationwide body, pointing to his history of conflicts with previous leaders and his questionable management design.
The NURTW’s Evolution
The NURTW, formed in 1978 as a successor to the Nigerian Road Transport Union, has progressed from an easy trade union into a powerful political force. With almost 2 million members, the union has actually ended up being deeply embedded in Nigeria’s political landscape, typically acting as an important grassroots mobilization tool for political leaders.
The union’s structure, which extends from significant cities to remote areas, has made it an attractive partner for political actors looking for to establish control over regional communities. This has resulted in transforming what was initially a transport employees’ union into what some critics refer to as an advanced network for political mobilization and, sometimes, intimidation.
Political Influence and Violence
MC Oluomo’s increase exhibits the complex relationship between transportation unions and political power in Nigeria. As documented in various reports, he has been instrumental in the Southwest’s political campaigns and mobilization efforts, including significant involvement in the 2018 Osun State governorship election and subsequent political contests.
His methods of operation have frequently been criticized for blurring the lines between genuine union activities and political thuggery. Throughout the 2023 elections, his company was accused of interrupting polling systems and intimidating citizens, especially those perceived to be opposition fans.
Legal Challenges and Institutional Response
The controversial nature of MC Oluomo’s leadership has actually resulted in numerous legal challenges. Notable among these was a court order throughout the 2023 elections that prevented INEC from engaging his services to distribute election products in Lagos State, highlighting issues about the politicization of important electoral processes.
Future Implications
As MC Oluomo assumes the national leadership of the NURTW, questions stay about the union’s future direction and role in Nigeria’s political landscape.
While his fans celebrate his capability to keep order and structure within the transportation sector, critics stress over the prospective nationwide expansion of what they see as an unsafe fusion of transportation union power and political impact.
The appointment also raises broader questions about the requirement for reform within Nigeria’s transport union structure and the relationship in between labour unions and political power.
As the country continues to come to grips with problems of democratic consolidation and ethnic harmony, the function of influential union leaders like MC Oluomo will likely stay a subject of intense argument and analysis.
This development serves as a defining moment for reflection on the state of Nigeria’s democratic institutions and the impact of non-state actors in the country’s political processes.
As MC Oluomo begins his period as National President, his actions will be carefully seen by fans and critics alike, with considerable implications for the transportation sector and Nigeria’s broader political landscape.