Abel Omoruyi, the chairman and chief executive officer of Iyare Motors, has passed away.
Omoruyi, who was also the boss of the well-known transportation firm, reportedly passed away on Friday night.
The headquarters of Iyare Motors, a nationwide company, are in Benin City, Edo State.
Omoruyi will be sadly missed by the residents of the state, according to a statement released by the Edo State Government on Saturday and signed by the governor, Godwin Obaseki.
The governor described the late businessman as a “thoroughbred businessman and philanthropist extraordinaire” who was a rallying point for the advancement of the transport sector in Edo State and Nigeria.
“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.