By Promise Eze
Iyare Motors CEO and Chairman, Abel Omoruyi, has passed away, according to reports.
The popular transport company owner died on Friday night, leaving behind a legacy in the transport sector in Nigeria.
Iyare Motors is a renowned transportation company in Nigeria, with operations throughout the country. The company, which is headquartered in Benin City, Edo State, has a reputation for excellent customer service and safety.
The Edo State Government issued a statement on Saturday, expressing sadness at the passing of Omoruyi. The Governor of the state, Godwin Obaseki, described the deceased as a “thoroughbred businessman and philanthropist extraordinaire” who would be sorely missed by the people of Edo State.
“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,” he said.
In 2014, the wife and daughter of the businessman were abducted by gunmen.
Omoruyi was widely known and respected in the transport sector, and his death is a significant loss to the industry. He was a leader and a rallying point for the advancement of the transport sector in Edo State and Nigeria, and his contribution will not be forgotten.
