The Organising Secretary of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Lagos State Council, Toba Ajiboye, popularly known as Ijaya, has died after he was attacked by suspected gunmen in Lagos.
Ajiboye was reportedly shot on Sunday night while returning home from Fadeyi, his childhood neighbourhood, after gunmen intercepted his vehicle along the Ikorodu Road corridor and opened fire.
The attack left his vehicle riddled with bullets, with photographs and videos shared on social media showing multiple gunshot holes on the windscreen and other parts of the car.
Although initial reports indicated that Ajiboye and other occupants of the vehicle survived the attack with gunshot injuries, he was later confirmed dead after reportedly succumbing to his wounds.
Reacting to the incident, the Chairman of the NURTW in Lagos State, Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, described the deceased as a loyal associate whose contributions to the union would be difficult to replace.
In a tribute shared on his Facebook page on Tuesday, Adekunle said he was deeply saddened by Ajiboye's death, noting that the late union official remained steadfast in his commitment to the union and its activities.
"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 said.
He added that Ajiboye was not only a trusted friend but also a strong pillar of his political structure, describing him as a dedicated unionist whose loyalty and selfless service would always be remembered.
Adekunle extended his condolences to the deceased's family, friends and members of the NURTW, praying for the repose of his soul and for God to grant those he left behind the strength to bear the loss.
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