Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya has insisted that he remains the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), despite the recent takeover of the union’s Abuja secretariat by Tajudeen Baruwa.
Baruwa had claimed control of the secretariat, citing court rulings in his favour, a development that has escalated the ongoing leadership conflict within the union.
In a statement posted on Instagram on Monday, Akinsanya described the move as a “forceful takeover” and emphasized that the legal process is still active. He clarified that he was not involved in the court case referenced by Baruwa and noted that the judgment has been appealed, with a stay of execution already secured.
He further stated that he has deliberately avoided any engagement with Baruwa or other involved parties, explaining that the matter is still under judicial review, and that security agencies are overseeing the situation.
“The National President wishes to inform members of the union and the general public that he was not a defendant in the purported judgment. The judgment has been appealed, and a stay of execution has been duly entered. He has not engaged with Mr. Baruwa or any individual, aware that cases are pending in court. The situation is under the control of security agencies. Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya remains the National President of NURTW,” the statement read.
He urged members to remain calm, act lawfully, and maintain peace, reiterating that he continues to lead the union.
