A Journey of Experience and Leadership
Musiliu Akinsanya, the President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), commonly known as MC Oluomo, has shared his unique perspective on intelligence and education. In a recent speech at the 50th birthday celebration and album launch of Islamic singer Hafsat Adegoke in Alausa, Lagos, he emphasized that formal education is not the sole measure of one’s intellect.
MC Oluomo recounted his early years, highlighting how he started working as a bus conductor during his teenage years. He earned enough to support himself and contribute to his family’s upkeep. “I’ve been spending money since I was 13 years old. I worked as a conductor from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. I would go to Danjuma Cinema to watch Indian movies with my own money, and I still took money home for my mother to buy food,” he said.
His rise to the position of NURTW president was not due to luck but rather years of hard work and dedication. “I didn’t enter the NURTW as a bastard. I learnt the work, mastered it and got to where I am today. I didn’t go to school, but the knowledge and understanding I have in my head are greater than those held by people with degrees,” he stated.
Despite his lack of formal schooling, MC Oluomo placed great importance on education for his children. He ensured they received quality education, which has led to them becoming professionals in various fields. “I always tell people that if I am uneducated, glory be to God. Today, my children are a doctor, a lawyer and an engineer, and they are in America. May God not allow our children to die young,” he added.
A Deep Connection with Music and Family
MC Oluomo also spoke about his long-standing relationship with Fuji star Saheed Osupa, mentioning that they had known each other since childhood. He shared that he often ate at the home of Osupa’s late mother while growing up, adding that the singer witnessed his humble beginnings firsthand.
He used this opportunity to emphasize the importance of fathers taking responsibility for their families. “I have always said that any man who does not take care of his children is an enemy of God,” he said. His words reflect a deep sense of duty and moral responsibility towards family.
The Role of Men in Society
MC Oluomo expressed concern over the increasing number of married women who have become the primary providers for their households. He pointed out that many women are now responsible for school fees, rent, feeding, and other family expenses due to the failure of some husbands to fulfill their obligations.
He also criticized men who, according to him, devote more attention and resources to children outside their marriages than to their own wives and children. “Such decisions could have consequences in the future,” he warned.
A Message of Responsibility and Unity
Throughout his speech, MC Oluomo conveyed a message of responsibility and unity. He highlighted the importance of family, education, and personal growth, regardless of one’s background. His journey from a young bus conductor to a respected leader serves as an inspiration to many.
His words resonate with the values of perseverance, dedication, and the belief that true knowledge comes from experience and hard work. As he continues to lead the NURTW, his influence extends beyond the transport sector, touching the lives of many who look up to him as a role model.