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<p><img width="1000" height="600" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/NURTW-President-Baruwa-1000x600.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Arrested NURTW President, Baruwa Speaks As Police Grants Him Freedom" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/NURTW-President-Baruwa-1000x600.png 1000w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/NURTW-President-Baruwa-590x354.png 590w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/NURTW-President-Baruwa-400x240.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<h2>The National Industrial Court in Abuja has reinstated Tajudeen Baruwa as the re-elected president of the <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/nurtw/">National Union of Road Transport Workers</a> (NURTW), effectively dissolving the Tajudeen Agbede-led Caretaker Committee.</h2>
<p>The decision comes as a resolution to the protracted leadership dispute within the union, with Justice O. O. Oyewumi presiding over the case.</p>
<p>Justice Oyewumi's verdict confirmed the validity of the delegates’ conference held across the union's six zonal councils on May 24, 2023, where Baruwa was re-elected for a second term.</p>
<p>The court also validated the Quadrennial National Delegates Conference that took place on August 23, 2023, at Ta’al Hotels in Lafia, Nasarawa State, inaugurating Baruwa and other national officers.</p>
<p>The judgment further restrained Najeem Yasin, the former President and current Board of Trustees chairman, from intervening in the union's daily operations, clarifying that Yasin's role should be limited to acting as the board's chairman.</p>
<p>In a critical aspect of the ruling, Justice Oyewumi declared the national delegates' conference held on October 25, 2023, which purportedly saw Isa Ore and his National Administrative Council take office, to be illegal, null, and unconstitutional.</p>
<p>The judge noted the lack of evidence pointing to a crisis within the union that would justify the 'doctrine of necessity' invoked for establishing the caretaker committee.</p>
<p>She ruled, <em>“The National Delegates conference held on October 25, 2024, cannot stand and therefore declare null and void.</em></p>
<p><em>“Alhaji Najeem Usman Yasin is also restrained from interfering in the day-to-day running of the affairs of the union. Though he can act as Chairman of the board of trustees of the union."</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/11/just-in-court-affirms-baruwa-nurtw-president/">JUST IN: Court Affirms Baruwa NURTW President</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/two-canadian-passports-with-boarding-passes-right-the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-airport.jpg?id=61518748&width=980"/><br/><br/><p>If you've flown out of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-airport-construction-2025">Montreal-Trudeau Airport</a> recently, there's a good chance you walked right past one of the airport's best-kept secrets without even realizing it. </p><p>Tucked away next to Starbucks and YUL Pizza in the domestic terminal, between gates 1 and 2, is a brand new <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/yul-airport">YUL airport</a> lounge that's shaping up to be a game changer for travellers looking to escape the usual chaos.</p><p>The <a href="https://www.executivelounges.com/airport-lounges/montr%C3%A9al-airport-aspire-amex-lounge">Aspire AMEX Lounge</a> hasn't had its grand opening yet, but it is already open to travellers. Despite its quiet operation since July, there hasn't been much promotion or signage, which makes it easy to miss if you're rushing to your gate. </p><p>For those who do find it, the experience is a significant step up from the typical airport routine and feels like a genuine hidden gem.</p><p>The lounge isn't tied to a specific airline or travel class, meaning anyone flying out of the domestic terminal can access it, as long as you have the right credit card or lounge pass — or you're willing to pay the entry fee.<br/></p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"> <img alt="The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2eed554db86b975d3dc6b4f5a7988d35" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="089de" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-trudeau-airport.png?id=61518696&width=980"/> <small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="Add Photo Credit..."><a href="https://www.executivelounges.com/airport-lounges/montr%C3%A9al-airport-aspire-amex-lounge" target="_blank">Executive Lounges</a></small></p><p>Inside, it's all designed to feel more like a boutique hotel than an airport. The lounge seats about 100 people and is split into several sections: there's a dining area with full table-side service (with actual servers!), some tucked-away workstations with outlets, private booths for quiet convos, and even a few window seats with views of the tarmac. </p><p>The food menu changes depending on the time of day, with breakfast served from 5 to 11 a.m. and lunch and dinner available until 9 p.m. Morning options include creamy scrambled eggs with dill and feta, a quinoa breakfast bowl, or smoked salmon on a St-Viateur bagel. </p><p>Later in the day, you can choose from dishes like lemon-oregano chicken with tzatziki, parmesan gnocchi, or a Montreal-style gourmet hot dog. There's also a short dessert menu featuring salted caramel ice cream and a gooey chocolate chip cookie with caramel sauce.<br/></p><p>If you're short on time, there's also a grab-and-go option—just place your order and take it to a nearby compact lounge space, or carry it to your gate. Alcohol is served from 11 a.m. onward, and the drinks menu includes cocktails created in collaboration with local <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-bars-unique-theme">Montreal bars</a>.<br/></p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"> <img alt="The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport.The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="a09b26f0c5f18f688df9da310c2fc749" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="ac0c4" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-trudeau-airport-the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-trudeau-airport.png?id=61518700&width=980"/> <small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="Add Photo Credit..."><a href="https://www.executivelounges.com/airport-lounges/montr%C3%A9al-airport-aspire-amex-lounge" target="_blank">Executive Lounges</a></small></p><p>Other perks? Plenty of charging points, a smart-casual dress code that lets you stay comfy, and a stash of newspapers and magazines to flip through while you wait. Kids are welcome too, as long as they're with an adult.</p><p>The lounge is open to all travellers flying out of the domestic terminal, no matter what airline you're with or which class you're flying. Entry is free for Platinum, Business Platinum, and Centurion American Express cardholders (plus one guest). </p><p>The lounge is also accessible for a fee via DragonPass or Priority Pass — often included with premium credit cards from TD, Scotiabank, BMO, CIBC, and others. If you're paying out of pocket, it'll run you about CA$45/US$32 through DragonPass.</p><p>While it's still flying under the radar right now, that likely won't last long as the grand opening is set to take place in early September.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"> <img alt="The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="e1d24a512ecff3901f7d2800e17b9f24" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="e1c5d" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-trudeau-airport.png?id=61518714&width=980"/> <small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="Add Photo Credit..."><a href="https://www.executivelounges.com/airport-lounges/montr%C3%A9al-airport-aspire-amex-lounge" target="_blank">Executive Lounges</a></small></p><p>The <a href="https://www.narcity.com/fr/montreal/aeroport-montreal-salons-vip-acces-amex-lounge">Aspire AMEX Lounge at YUL</a> is open Monday to Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Next time you're flying domestic out of Montreal, skip the crowds, and take the detour — your gate will still be there when you're done!</p><h3>Aspire AMEX Lounge</h3><br/><img alt="The Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal-Trudeau Airport." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="6e09dcda9925b2b5d741b4afeee4f5bf" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="0e6f4" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-aspire-amex-lounge-at-montreal-trudeau-airport.png?id=61518691&width=980"/><p>Price: Varies depending on eligibility</p><p>When: Open weekdays from 5<em></em> a.m. to 9 p.m.</p><p>Address: The lounge is located in the YUL Domestic terminal, next to Starbucks and YUL Pizza, between gates 1 and 2.</p><p>Why You Need To Go: While this lounge hasn't had a grand opening just yet, it's fully up and running. Once you know it's there, it's hard to go back to waiting at the gate.</p><p><a href="https://www.executivelounges.com/airport-lounges/montréal-airport-aspire-amex-lounge" target="_blank">Aspire AMEX Lounge at Montreal Airport</a></p><p class=""><em>This story was adapted from the article <a href="https://www.narcity.com/fr/montreal/aeroport-montreal-salons-vip-acces-amex-lounge">“Il y a un nouveau salon VIP à l'aéroport de Montréal et voici comment y accéder” </a>which was originally published on Narcity Quebec by Izabelle Bee.</em></p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p>
