Obsseki Reacts To “Painful Passing” Of Iyare Motors CEO, Abel Omoruyi

By Daniel Dafe

Godwin Obaseki, Governor, Edo State has reacted to the death of Chief Executive Officer/Chairman of Iyare Motors, Abel Omoruyi.

The Governor in a statememt on Saturday who said he is “deeply saddened by the news of the passing of an illustrious Edo son, business mogul and Chief Executive Officer/Chairman of Iyare Motors, Abel Omoruyi (JP),” added that “Omoruyi, a thoroughbred businessman and philanthropist extraordinaire, was a rallying point for the advancement of the transport sector in Edo State and Nigeria, contributing effectively to the growth and development of his immediate community, state, and country.”

“He was a visionary, beacon of hope, and a rare breed of leader who epitomized the very best of the human spirit. His unwavering commitment to excellence, doggedness, and penchant for innovation will remain a shining example for generations to come. The late Omoruyi will be sorely missed.

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“On behalf of the Government and people of Edo State, I express my sincere condolences to the Omoruyi family and his associates and pray that God will grant all the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” the statement added.

Reports said he died last night at about 11 pm at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital UBTH.

Iyare motors is one of the most popular transport companies in Nigeria, with headquarters in Benin-City, Edo State.

Omoruyi was a businessman, philanthropist and community leader who introduced one of the best ultra-modern bus transportation services in Nigeria.