
Ibru family releases funeral programme for late industrialist and philanthropist Olorogun Dr. Oskar Ibru, celebrating his life and enduring legacy.
The family of late business mogul and philanthropist, Olorogun Dr. Oskar Christian John Ibru, has formally announced the programme of funeral rites to celebrate his remarkable life and enduring legacy.
In a statement made available to ARISE News, the family outlined a series of ceremonies to honour Olorogun Ibru’s contributions to business, culture, and philanthropy.
The events will take place in Lagos and Delta States between November 20 and November 30, 2025., to honour the late industrialist who passed away September 24, 2025.
According to the announcement, events will begin with a Service of Songs in Lagos on Thursday, November 20, followed by a Church Service the next day, Friday, November 21.
The celebrations of life will then move to Delta State, where another Service of Songs will hold on Wednesday, November 26, ahead of the Funeral Service on Thursday, November 27. The rites will conclude with an Outing Service on Sunday, November 30.
Dr. Oskar Ibru, born on August 11, 1958, was a towering figure in Nigerian business and public life. He held several revered traditional titles, including the Ochuko R’Ovie of Agbarha-Otor Kingdom, Odomese of Olomu Kingdom, Onekirode of Effurun-Otor Kingdom, and the Otunba Boyejo of Ijebu — the first non-indigene to receive that honour.
A scion of the illustrious Ibru family, Dr. Ibru was celebrated for his pioneering leadership in commerce, his philanthropic initiatives, and his efforts to promote unity across communities and cultures.
“A Legacy That Lives On”
In their message, the Ibru family expressed deep appreciation to friends, associates, and well-wishers for their support and prayers, adding that the forthcoming rites will be “a celebration of a life devoted to faith, family, and service to humanity.” (Arise News)



























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