In a statement released by Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede, the former Chairman of the defunct National Caretaker Committee of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), he vehemently denied rumors of his paralysis and stroke.
According to Nigerian Tribune, Agbede accused MC Oluomo, the former chairman of the Lagos council of the union, of intentionally spreading false information about his health in an attempt to wish him dead.
Insisting on immediate police intervention, Agbede urged for a thorough investigation into the matter and the prosecution of those responsible for perpetuating the damaging rumor.
On social media platforms, speculations regarding Agbede’s health began to surface on Monday, causing numerous concerned individuals to reach out to him and his family for updates.
It is worth noting that Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu of Lagos State, in an attempt to mitigate tensions among different factions within the NURTW’s state council, scheduled a meeting with Alhaji Sulaimon Ojora (Kudeti), the deputy state chairman; Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, the state chairman; and Alhaji Adekunle Mustapha (Sego).
During the meeting, the governor inquired about Agbede’s condition. However, Akinsanya allegedly misinformed him, claiming that Agbede was bedridden and suffering from a stroke.
Responding to these allegations on Tuesday, Agbede personally signed a statement titled “I’m Hale and Hearty,” denouncing the false report as an act of malice orchestrated by his detractors, who harbor ill intentions towards him.
He said, “The people who attended the meeting with MC Oluomo told me everything that transpired at the meeting.”
“It is very unfortunate that Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya could go to that extent of wishing me dead. His level of desperation and greed is second to none.”
“I want to use this opportunity to inform everybody who has been calling me for updates that I’m very strong and healthy. I’m okay.”
Agbede called upon the Nigerian Police Force to thoroughly investigate the matter and hold accountable those responsible for spreading the malicious rumor. This incident has prompted him to tighten his security measures. He expressed his sincere gratitude to colleagues, friends, and relatives for their unwavering support and well wishes.
