- Safiu Kehinde
Unknown gunmen have killed the Organising Secretary of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Lagos State Council, Toba Ajiboye, popularly known as Ijaya.
Ajiboye reportedly came under attack on Sunday night while returning home from his childhood neighbourhood in Fadeyi.
According to sources the assailants intercepted his vehicle along the Ikorodu Road axis and opened fire, leaving the car riddled with bullet holes.
While initial reports indicated that Ajiboye and other occupants survived the attack with gunshot injuries, the NURTW chieftain would however be confirmed dead.
He died from the wounds sustained.
Reacting to the incident, Lagos NURTW Chairman, Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Ajiboye as a loyal ally and trusted friend.
Adekunle, in a post shared on his Facebook page, expressed his sadness over Ajiboye’s death.
He noted that Ajiboye’s dedication to the union and their political structure would be greatly missed.
“The news of the sudden passing of Comrade Toba Ajiboye has left me deeply saddened and heartbroken. It is difficult to come to terms with the loss of such a loyal, dependable, and committed ally,” he wrote.
Adekunle further described the late union leader as more than an associate, highlighting his unwavering commitment and role within the union.
He also extended condolences to Ajiboye’s family, friends, and members of the NURTW, praying for strength to bear the loss and for the repose of the deceased’s soul.
Meanwhile, the motive behind the assassination of the Lagos NURTW chieftain remains unclear with the police yet to issue a statement as regards the incident.