LAGOS NURTW ORGANISING SECRETARY DIES AFTER GUN ATTACK

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By: Balogun Ibrahim

The Organising Secretary of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Lagos State Council, Toba Ajiboye, popularly known as Ijaya, has died after sustaining gunshot wounds in an attack by unidentified gunmen in Lagos.

Ajiboye was reportedly attacked on Sunday night while returning home from his childhood neighbourhood in Fadeyi.

According to reports, the assailants intercepted his vehicle along the Ikorodu Road corridor and opened fire, leaving the car riddled with bullets.

Images and videos circulating on social media showed Ajiboye’s white vehicle with multiple bullet holes on the windscreen and other parts of the body.

Initial reports indicated that Ajiboye and other occupants of the vehicle survived the attack after sustaining gunshot injuries. However, later reports confirmed that the union official succumbed to his injuries.

Reacting to the incident, the Chairman of the Lagos State NURTW, Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, expressed deep sorrow over Ajiboye’s death, describing him as a loyal associate and trusted friend.

In a tribute shared on his Facebook page on Tuesday, Sego said he was devastated by the loss, noting that Ajiboye’s dedication and commitment to the union and their political structure would be greatly missed.

“The news of Comrade Toba Ajiboye’s sudden passing has left me heartbroken. It is difficult to accept the loss of such a dependable, committed, and loyal ally,” he wrote.

He described the late union leader as more than a colleague, saying he was a key pillar of TeamSego and SegoNation.

“Comrade Toba Ajiboye was more than an ally; he was a trusted friend whose loyalty, unwavering support, and selfless service to the union will always be remembered,” Sego added.

He also extended his condolences to Ajiboye’s family, friends, and members of the NURTW, praying for God to grant him eternal rest and give his loved ones the strength to bear the loss.

“Farewell, my dear friend. Your loyalty, friendship, and unwavering support will forever remain in my heart. You will be deeply missed,” he said.