Abel Omoruyi, also known as 007 and the CEO of Iyare Motors, a popular transport company in Nigeria, has passed away.
His death was announced by Mr. Igbinidu Charles Osaretin on Facebook, though details about his passing are still unclear.
“Rest in Peace
Mr. Abel Omoruyi (JP)
Chairman/CEO of Iyare Motors
Astute businessman, philanthropist and community leader.
Egba Community and millions of your admirers will surely miss you,” he wrote.
Omoruyi was a well-respected businessman, philanthropist, and community leader who introduced modern bus transportation services in Nigeria.
He had been sick for some time before his death. Omoruyi’s wife and daughter were kidnapped in 2014 while on their way home from work, but it is unclear if this incident was related to his passing.
Since the news of his death broke, social media has been flooded with tributes to the late CEO.
Article updated 4 days ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
