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Billionaire businessman and chairman of the Ibru Organisation, Olorogun Oscar Eyovbirere Ibru, has passed away at the age of 67 as earlier reported by News360 Nigeria

According to a statement from his family, the renowned industrialist died after a brief illness.

Here are 10 things you never knew about him;

1. Birth

Oskar Eyovbirere Ibru was born in 1958 into the illustrious Ibru family. His birth marked the beginning of a journey that would see him rise to become a respected businessman and cultural figure in Nigeria.

2. First Son of Michael Ibru

He was the eldest son of the late Michael Ibru, who founded the Ibru Organisation, one of Nigeria’s leading family-owned conglomerates.

This position placed him at the forefront of continuing his father’s legacy.

3. Educational background

Ibru had a solid academic foundation. He attended Igbobi College, Lagos, before traveling abroad for higher studies.

He obtained his first degree at Skidmore College in New York, USA, and later earned a master’s degree from Atlanta University’s Graduate School of Business.

4. Career path

In 1983, after completing his studies, Ibru returned to Nigeria.

He started his career at 'The Guardian' newspaper as a management trainee before joining Emsee Shipping Lines Limited as a research and development manager.

5. Rise to business leadership

At Emsee Shipping, he proved his capabilities by rising to General Manager and later Managing Director in 1992.

He subsequently took up leadership roles across subsidiaries of the Ibru Organisation, where he was instrumental in decision-making processes involving shipping, oil and gas, real estate, fishing, and port operations.

6. Philanthropy

Oskar Ibru was deeply committed to philanthropy. He founded and chaired the Dream Child Foundation, an NGO aimed at empowering African children through music and cultural engagement.

The foundation collaborated with global partners like the World Bank and KPMG.

7. Maritime sector leadership

Beyond his work in the family business, Ibru made his mark in the maritime industry.

He served as president of the governing council of the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping, reflecting his passion and dedication to advancing Nigeria’s shipping and maritime sector.

8. Family

Ibru was married to Chief Wanda Ibru, curator of the Ijebu National Museum and owner of Pathways Botanical Gardens.

Their marriage was blessed with three children: Makashe Ibru-Awogboro, Chris Ibru, and Nenesi Ibru-Okeke.

He was also a devoted family man who valued cultural heritage and community service.

9. Traditional titles held

In addition to his corporate roles, Olorogun Oscar Ibru held traditional and social titles.

He was the Otunba Boyejo of Ijebu Kingdom and the first African Commodore of the Apapa Boat Club. In 2006, he was named Maritime Personality of the Year in recognition of his contributions to the sector.

10. Honours

In 2017, Ibru was conferred with an honorary doctorate degree by Igbinedion University. His name remains associated with business excellence, philanthropy, maritime leadership, and cultural service.

His death marks the end of an era for the Ibru family and the Nigerian business community, but his legacy continues to inspire.

gaussian:
May his soul rest in peace......he must be brother to Cecilia Ibru

gaussian:
May his soul rest in peace......he must be brother to Cecilia Ibru

gaussian:
May his soul rest in peace......he must be brother to Cecilia Ibru

gaussian:
May his soul rest in peace......he must be brother to Cecilia Ibru

Northernblood8:
11. Cocaine addict. Oscar Ibru was a very strong cocaine addict while he was alive. People that knows him personally will agree with me on this.

Northernblood8:
11. Cocaine addict. Oscar Ibru was a very strong cocaine addict while he was alive. People that knows him personally will agree with me on this.

InfoGuru118:
https://news360ng.com/olorogun-oscar-ibru-10-things-about-late-nigerian-billionaire-industrialist/

Facidio:
Cecilia ibru is his fathers wife. He is the eldest child of Olorogun Michael Ibru, husband to Cecilia.

ThothHermes:
Is the Olorogun a title or is it their name?
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odaniel1:
The Ibrus. Old money

His step mom liked to perm her hair, Cecilia Ibru. Former Oceanic bank CEO

gentlesmithugo:
yes,he is d brother....not enough original content..i don tire for dis not enough content