NURTW Chieftain Koko Zaria Mourns Toba Ijaya's Death
National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) chieftain Koko Zaria, whose real name is Ganiyu Ayinde Oyedepo, broke down in tears in a video shared on Instagram on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, mourning the death of Toba Ijaya, the Organising Secretary of the NURTW Lagos State Council. The emotional tribute quickly went viral, sparking a wave of mixed reactions from followers and the public.
What Happened to Toba Ijaya?
Toba Ajiboye, popularly known as Toba Ijaya, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen on his way home from his childhood neighbourhood in Fadeyi, Lagos. According to reports, the attackers intercepted his vehicle along the Ikorodu Road axis and opened fire, leaving the vehicle riddled with bullets. His death sent shockwaves through the Lagos transport sector and beyond, prompting an outpouring of tributes from associates and colleagues.
Koko Zaria's Emotional Tribute Video
In the video, Koko Zaria is seen weeping uncontrollably, with Pasuma's song 'TALOPA JESU (Live)' playing in the background. His caption featured a flood of crying emojis, offering no words beyond the raw emotion. The video was posted on his Instagram page, drawing immediate attention from fans and followers.
Mixed Reactions from Followers
The comments section quickly divided into those offering condolences and those questioning the decision to record and share such a private moment of grief publicly. @__yinkie1__ wrote: 'Ya don't need all these, you have to be strong for his children and loved ones. Stay at alert, watch your back. I pray Allah in his infinite mercy protect, guard and guide you.' @remi_olawale4 commented: 'Take heart ?' @abiolanhl joked: 'What if u no press play u go restart?' @ayofe252 reacted: 'U dey record dey cry ? What a man' @omoba_don_kolly_ added: 'Why all this online if he really pain you you still get hand they do video where you they cry'
MC Oluomo Condemns the Killing
Legit.ng previously reported that the National President of the NURTW, MC Oluomo, whose real name is Musiliu Akinsanya, condemned the killing of Toba Ijaya. Akinsanya described the act as 'heinous, barbaric and unacceptable.' He also called on the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to carry out a thorough investigation, arrest those responsible, and ensure they face justice without delay, according to The Nation.
Search for Justice Continues
The Lagos transport community remains in mourning as security agencies are urged to bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident has also reignited discussions about the safety of public figures and the culture of recording grief for social media.
