President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has said that despite not having a formal education, he possesses more knowledge and understanding than many university graduates.
MC Oluomo made the remarks while reflecting on his journey from a bus conductor to one of Nigeria’s most influential transport union leaders.
He spoke during the 50th golden jubilee celebration of Islamic singer, Hafsat Adegoke, held in Lagos.
According to him, practical experience and life lessons have contributed significantly to his success and shaped his understanding of life and leadership.
“It’s not about being proud, I’ve been spending money since I was 13 years old. I worked as a conductor from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. I would go to Danjuma Cinema to watch Indian movies with my own money, and in turn, I would go home to give my mother money for her food,” he said.
MC Oluomo recounted how he started from humble beginnings and gradually rose through the ranks of the transport union.
“That’s what I did until I got to this stage. I didn’t enter the NURTW as a bastard. I learned the work, mastered it, and got to where I am today,” he added.
The transport union leader maintained that the absence of formal education did not prevent him from acquiring knowledge and succeeding in life.
“I didn’t go to school, but the knowledge and understanding I possess in my head are greater than those held by people with degrees,” he stated.
MC Oluomo also highlighted the academic achievements of his children, saying their success demonstrates that he values education despite not attending school himself.
“I used to tell people that if I am uneducated, glory be to God. My children today are a doctor, a lawyer, and an engineer, and they are in America. God should not let our children die an untimely death,” he said.
The NURTW president’s remarks have since generated reactions on social media, with many Nigerians debating the relationship between formal education, practical experience and success.
