The National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has ignited a flurry of online discussions following his unexpected appearance at a Christian church service. A video capturing the event, which occurred at the Celestial Church of Christ, Ojodu Central Model Parish in Lagos State, rapidly spread across social media platforms, drawing a spectrum of reactions from the Nigerian public.
Viral Footage Shows NURTW Chief in Unfamiliar Setting
In the trending clip, MC Oluomo, a prominent political figure and staunch supporter of President Bola Tinubu, is seen fully immersed in the church's activities. The NURTW chieftain was dressed in a white sultan attire as he enthusiastically joined a procession, singing and dancing alongside members of the congregation. This sight proved particularly striking to many observers given MC Oluomo's well-documented Islamic faith. The video's virality was amplified by the stark contrast to previous online content featuring the transport union leader, such as footage from 2023 that showed him performing pilgrimage rites at the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Netizens React with Mixed Emotions
The development elicited a wide range of emotions from social media users, with comments reflecting both admiration and criticism. Some praised the display of religious harmony, while others questioned the sincerity or appropriateness of his participation. Below is a compilation of some notable reactions gathered from platforms like Instagram and Twitter:
- @officialcoded.invtr humorously queried: "BaBa don press Awon Akorin money??"
- @official_seunbabs expressed approval: "I like the fact that he's singing the song ❤️ we're one."
- @omekun9 reacted with surprise: "Akinsanya ni mo ba rode’ ninu church? Kai Kai Kai."
- @olaoyesaint85 offered a philosophical take: "Lol, God knows is own and his own know him, when the trumpet sounds, separation will come."
- @alayevnt provided a playful narrative of the event, suggesting MC Oluomo sought permission from the church elder (Alagba) before joining the dance.
These comments underscore the polarized nature of the public discourse surrounding the video, touching on themes of religious identity, political alignment, and social perception.
Context and Recent History of MC Oluomo
This is not the first time MC Oluomo has been the subject of viral social media attention. Legit.ng had previously reported on a video that showed him dancing affectionately with his three wives, which also generated significant online engagement. Furthermore, the NURTW president recently made headlines for his role in mediating a separate controversy. He publicly appealed to President Bola Tinubu and aviation authorities to forgive Fuji music legend, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (Kwam 1), following the singer's six-month ban from ValueJet Airlines. That intercession similarly attracted mixed reactions from the public.
The viral church video, published on December 2, 2025, continues to fuel conversations about the intersection of religion, politics, and public life in Nigeria. It highlights how the actions of high-profile figures are intensely scrutinized in the digital age, often becoming a litmus test for broader societal sentiments.
