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  • Emerhor mourns, shocked over Oskar Ibru’s demise

    Emerhor mourns, shocked over Oskar Ibru’s demise

    The founding leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, OON, has expressed deep shock and grief over the passing of Olorogun Oskar Ibru, Chairman of the Ibru Organisation, at the age of 67.

    Olorogun Emerhor, a prominent Urhobo leader and industrialist, in a statement, described the death of Olorogun Oskar at a relatively young age as a monumental loss not only to the Ibru family but also to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State, and Nigeria at large.

    While consoling the Ibru family and the Urhobo Nation, he urged his wife, children, and the entire Ibru dynasty to take solace in the impactful life that Olorogun Oskar lived, noting that his philanthropy and generosity touched many lives across society.

    His statement reads: “I received with deep shock and sadness the news of the passing of my brother and friend, Olorogun Oskar Eyovbirere Ibru, a foremost industrialist, philanthropist, and illustrious son of Urhoboland, who died at the age of 67. His demise is a monumental loss, not just to the Ibru family, but to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State, and Nigeria at large.

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    “Olorogun Oskar Ibru was more than a successful businessman; he was a visionary leader who carried forward the enviable legacy of the Ibru dynasty with humility, grace, and uncommon dedication. Through his enterprise, philanthropy, and investments across diverse sectors, he touched countless lives and built bridges that strengthened communities and gave hope to many.

    “The Urhobo Nation has lost one of its bright stars—a man who represented the values of hard work, integrity, and service. His passing at a relatively young age is painful, yet we must take solace in the impactful life he lived and the enduring contributions he made to humanity.

    “On behalf of my family, I extend heartfelt condolences to the Ibru family, especially his beloved wife and children, as well as to the entire Urhobo Nation. May the Almighty grant us all the strength to bear this irreparable loss, and may the soul of Olorogun Oskar Ibru find eternal rest in the bosom of the Lord.

    “Adieu, my brother and compatriot. Your legacy will remain evergreen.” 

  • Okumagba mourns Oskar Ibru

    Okumagba mourns Oskar Ibru

    Prominent leader of the APC in Delta State Olorogun Bernard Okumagba, has commiserated with the Ibru family and the people of Agbarha-Otor Kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State on the passing of Olorogun Oskar Ibru, the first son of the late patriarch of the Ibru family, Olorogun Michael Ibru. 

    Describing the late Olorogun Oskar Ibru as “an astute businessman, a dependable friend, brother and a gentleman par excellence”, Olorogun Okumagba said his passing is an irreparable loss.

    According to the former Commissioner of Finance: “Olorogun Oskar Ibru was a major pillar of the renowned Ibru Organisation founded by his father, Olorogun Michael Ibru, and which is one of Nigeria’s most prominent indigenous conglomerate for many years with interest covering manufacturing, banking, shipping, hospitality services and more. He was the Chairman of the Ibru Organisation where he played a key leadership role as a visionary entrepreneur, succeeding his father in leading the group. I recall my several interactions with the late Oskar Ibru in business and as a friend / brother and valued his counsel and company greatly.”

    Noting that the footprints of the departed business mogul will remain indelible, Okumagba said Oskar took over the reins of the Ibru Organisation from his father and sustained the legacy of the business and the family’s proud name till his passing. 

    He also commended the late Oskar Ibru’s “great and remarkable philanthropy which sealed his legacy as a man with a heart of human kindness, who will be sorely missed.”

    Okumagba hailed Oskar Ibru’s great sense of community which endeared him to the Urhobo nation and said that he will be greatly missed by one and all. He also noted that Oskar related warmly with persons from all tribes in Nigeria and across the world. Okumagba commiserated with the people of Agbarha- Otor, the Urhobo nation, Delta State and Nigeria on the loss of “a great and pleasant personality.”

    Okumagba prayed that God grants the soul of Oskar Ibru eternal rest and comfort his family, friends and associates.