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  SCHEDULE OF OF EVENTS
 In Honour of 
The Late OLOROGUN (Dr.) MICHAEL C. O. IBRU OFR
(December 25, 1930 - Septemeber 6, 2016) 

LAGOS STATE:

SERVICE OF SONGS
Date:   6th, December 2016 
Time:  5pm 
 Harbour Point Events Centre
4, Wilmot Point. off Ahmadu Bello Way.
Victoria Island, Lagos.

COMMENDATION SERVICE
Date:  7th, December 2016
 Time:  11am 
Cathederal Church of Christ.
Marina, Lagos.
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DELTA STATE

LYING IN STATE
Date: 13th, Decemeber 2016.
Time: 9am to 2pm
The Pillars, Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA. Delta State

SERVICE OF SONGS
Date: 13th, Decemeber 2016. 
Time: 5pm

The Pillars, Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA. Delta State

BURIAL CEREMONY

Date: 14th December 2016
Time: 10am
All Saints Cathederal Anglican Communion.
Ughelli North LGA, Delta State.
*Reception to follow at The Ibru Field, Opp. The Ibru Ecumencial Centre,
Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA, Delta State.

OUTING SERVICE
Date: 18th December 2016
Time: 10am
St Andrews Anglican Church
Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA. Delta State.

 THANK YOU 
God Almighty.

Prayers from family, friends and well wishers

St. John's Church

The Nigerian Chaplaincy, London

The MFM Church Choir

Reid Temple A. M. E Church

Pastor C. Green

Bishop  Michael A. Smith

Pastor E. A Adeboye 

Thank you...

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The Michael & Cecilia Foundation was established to perpetuate the education mission of Olorogun Michael Ibru.    
Therefore in lieu of flowers we kindly ask that donations be made to the  Michael & Cecilia Foundation 

please visit...

http://mandcfoundation.org
www.mciu.edu.ng

 
You may leave a written tribute below. Thank you.

God bless you...and us All.
Amen. 


 



 

September 6, 2022
September 6, 2022
Most Distinguish (Dr.) M.C.O Ibru, the Eki r'ode of the Universe and the greatest helper of the helpless. Bn 6 years Since you join the saints triumphant in heaven.
We thank God for the many things he granted you the grace to do with the blessings he bestowed on you.
We also thank God for the gift of you as a blessing to the world while you were on this side of the world.
Continue to enjoy your well deserved rest and may your good name Continue to speak blessings to your entire household in Jesus mighty name.
Akpokedefa Olorogun with a difference
December 26, 2020
December 26, 2020
Happy Birthday Daddy ❤️
We Miss you❤️
We Love you❤️
Mig wo❤️
Continue to rest in everlasting Power and in Peace❤️
We Thank God ❤️
Amen
December 25, 2020
December 25, 2020
Happy posthumous birthday Eki R'Ode!!!
Continue to enjoy your heavenly Rest...
Akpokedefa!!!
December 25, 2019
December 25, 2019
Another year...the legacy remains
Another year...the lessons remain
...in our hearts

Igbobian.
Noble Nigerian.
May your beautiful soul continue to rest in peace.

Cee  Cee  Cee  Cee...Ceeeee!!!
November 21, 2016
November 21, 2016
To me, he was simply Mike. We met at Igbobi College 70 years ago; precisely in 1946. I can count on the fingers of one hand how many in our set are still around. Mike was in Townsend House. I, in Freeman. Mike's parents lived across the fence demarcating Igbobi College from Somolu. What good fortune for those of us who were Mike's friends.
Against the evidence before our eyes, the senior students would try to convince us that the weevils (kokoro) in our cooked beans were harmless intruders with high nutritional value. We would then be gently chided to stop knit-picking; sprinkle a handful of dry garri on the objects, and do what in the circumstance was absolutely best for us. On such few occasions, one or two of us who were Mike's closest friends would find solace in Mike's home across the fence.
Our attitude was both intriguing and surprising; considering that only a few months earlier, we were highly elated on being admitted into the College, and hardly noticed, much less squirmed at the sight of the weevils! This illustrates how short memories especially, memories of deprivation, could often be. On our part, as we became senior students, we passed on to the junior ones the lesson and wisdom of respecting weevils!
Mike was a consummate all-rounder. I now picture him in his well-starched white shirt and shorts as the school's wicket-keeper. His alertness and stature, for he was just-a-wee-bit bigger than most of us, drove fear into the batsmen. I believe he must, occasionally, have driven fear into our opponents from King's College. They were over-pampered and spoilt with resources and luxury. Why would they not win! Mike at full back, could be counted on to check and repel the onslaught from St. Gregory's boys on the football field. Since Father Slattery's boys, were reputed to pay more attention to football than to academics, we were not surprised they always regarded us as easy prey.
Whether in victory or in defeat, Mike always made us feel very proud of our School. He was one of the finest sportsmen Igbobi had ever produced. He could stand alongside with old boys, like Jide Oshodi, Samuel Okoli, Bolaji Kuti, Emmanuel Omatsola, Samuel Akhidime, and a few more whose names memory has now erased from me. Mike won the cricket colours. He also won the victor ludorum in 1950 jointly with Akin Adegboye, who is still waxing strong. 
It was, therefore, no surprise that when it came to our set to head the school, Mike, the all-rounder, was easily picked as senior prefect of Townsend House and the over-all Head Boy of School by the Rt. Rev. Reginald B. Parker, our Principal. This was a most popular choice, even when 'giants' like Kwakwu Adadevoh, (the late Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, father of Ameyo Adadevoh our Ebola heroine), Akin Adegboye, a respected engineer, the late Kolawole Olafimihan, a renowned medical doctor from Offa and others were around.
Mike was in the first set of Igbobi College students who graduated after five, instead of the mandatory six years from the school. They took their school Leaving Certificate in 1950, stayed on for an additional year, and successfully obtained their exemption from London Matriculation.
We all left Igbobi College in 1951, wondering like 'poor orphans' what next was in store for us. Unexpectedly, some good Samaritans stepped in to influence the direction and fortunes of our lives. Through the intervention of our principal, we found ourselves in Bishop's Court Marina, under the tutelage of the Secretary to the Anglican Mission, Mr. George Velacott. Mike, Kwakwu Adadevoh, Akin Adegboye, Samuel Akhidime, J.K. Cole, Donatus Chibututu and my humble self became free tenants living on the grounds of the Cathedral Church of Christ. Compared to the austere boarding house life in Igbobi, we were introduced to a completely new life of unexpected luxury and opulence. For the first time, we tasted bread and butter. We thought it was sweet. Nothing like that. We sipped wine. Most of us spat it out. Tasted cheese. It was sour. We listened to classical music almost every night before we went to bed; and were introduced to all the fine things of life.
While Bishop's Court provided us with more than bread and butter under the towering hovering eyes of, The Most Revd. Leslie Gordon Vining, the first Anglican Archbishop of the Province of West Africa (1951-1955), it gave Mike infinitely more. Mike seized the opportunity offered by this unique and serene environment to define his goal and vision in life. While the rest of us chose the course to higher-studies in the then only existing University, Mike opted for business. Even though a very brilliant student, Mike in his usual self-effacing and self-deprecating manner, announced openly to us that he had no brain or inclination for the tedium and boring pursuit of academics.
He latched on to business; and soon latched on to the biggest conglomerate then in Nigeria, the United African Company (U.A.C), to start off his career with Mr. Jimmy Large. The rest is now history and in the public domain.
From a very humble and modest beginning, with the gift and talent uncanningly spotted by our principal in appointing him the Head Boy; and with dogged discipline and perseverance, Mike Ibru built up a business empire unparalleled for such a young man of his age at that time. What was remarkable about Mike was that he used his business to benefit all and sundry . He was generous to the extreme. He became a father figure to brothers, sisters, relations, friends and to persons unknown.
Mike almost strayed from his destined path to greatness when, in my opinion, he made an unexpected incursion into politics; wanting to be governor of his State. Fortunately, he pulled back; just at the right time. The lesson learnt was that you can hardly achieve fame, if fame is your goal in life, by driving your ambition on too many fronts. You may, however, succeed, through a single-minded devotion and pursuit in your area of expertise.
He loved and enjoyed good living and life itself. He loved clothes. When we were in Bishop's Court, he patronised in droves, a single tailor, Laguda, off Oshodi street Lagos. He had great sartorial taste and undoubted good looks. You can imagine what went along with that. He was bold. He took great risk which paid off for him because he was cautious, wise, and gifted with immense common sense. He had a good heart. To the best of my knowledge, he never spoke ill of anyone; nor planned evil for any person.
He was a man of deep faith. How would he not have been; given his background at Igbobi College, a combination of the Anglican and Methodist creed and denomination. He must have been blessed and influenced by out-standing men of faith. Not charlatans. These were men like the Leslie Murbys, the Howells, the Lucases, the Masons, the Soremekuns, the Adelajas, the M.O Dadas, the Horatio Thomases-- ordained clergy men and lay men alike. Their soul-lifting sermons must have made a dent on our youthful minds and, certainly, in our lives. The discipline of Bishop's Court also moulded him; not to talk of the positive and lasting influence of his parents across the fence.
My deep condolences to his spouse, Cecelia, (CY), to Mike's children, their spouses, and to the entire extended Ibru family. 
In spite of his enormous success in life, Mike remained his simple self. He remained Mike to me. Just Mike.
Rest in peace dear friend.

Ignatius C. Olisemeka, CON
     Ambassador
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs
November 21, 2016
November 21, 2016
I am going to tell you something that you did not know. It is about a good man who inspired so many and was way ahead of his time.

My uncle who is the immediate senior to my mother was the first Nigerian NASA scientist. Uncle Eugene was discovered by a man called Olorogun Michael Ibru because my grandmother was close friends with his mother. My uncle was graduating from Igbobi college with no prospects of going on to university because his father who was a manager at Nigerian Railways had passed away suddenly. Olorogun Michael said this brilliant young man must not go to waste and gave him the scholarship to proceed to University of Chicago in 1964.

It was also Olorogun Michael Ibru who advised and mentored my father to pursue a career in the hospitality industry where he was successful and never forgot until he passed.

People will call your father a legend. I call him a good man and I am always happy when I remember the two times I met with him and talked to him. I will always treasure the day he asked me to walk around the compound with him. If any man I know deserves to see the face of God, your father I pray is one. May he rest in Peace with the Lord.

All the best,
Frank
October 2, 2016
October 2, 2016
Dearest Papa,

You touched so many lives by your selfless and countless acts of kindness, always giving and never expecting any favor in return.

Your dedication to a cause was what set you apart, for every of your achievements, you laid the path for others to succeed.

The benefits of your hard work is a living testimony for the so many young men and women you took under your wings at a personal and professional level. 

You lived a glorious and fulfilled life, and you are now in the best place 'The Bossom of your Lord and Creator'. Testimonies abound as to how you positively impacted several lives, both young and old. You were a philanthropist per excellence.Glory be to God.

My admiration for you, even at death, is that of :

'A man who never quits until the job is done'. The 'OYINBO DUDU' of UAC, I greet you sir.

You are a man who saw possibilities where others saw need.

You saw opportunity where others saw problem,

Always taking on new challenges ---- a worthy leader you are.

You are the quarterback in a drive that took others from their dream to reality - that 'reality' many enjoys today, and will enjoy for years to come. A great man who can find? You were indeed a great man Pa Olorogun Michael C.O. Ibru of Blessed Memory.

While we mourn your glorious exit at this time, we also take comfort in the fact that your mission on earth would have been fulfilled.

We thank the Lord for your life and bade you farewell until we meet again at the resurrection morning.

Sleep On dearly beloved daddy Olorogun Michael C.O. Ibru.
Good Night ! Good Night ! Good Night !

Tribute from : Mrs. Kike Opatayo - MCF Staff , Agbarha-Otor
September 27, 2016
September 27, 2016
For Uncle Mike
An honest man has gone to rest,
A friend to many, a friend of truth,
A friend of virtue, never uncouth:
Few hearts like his, with virtue warm'd,
Few heads with knowledge so inform'd;
Now in another world, he lives in bliss;
But he lived well and he made the best of this

To the kindest man that ever lived. You touched so many lives with your positivity, willingness to help and love of people. You are an inspiration to so many. When our father, your cousin Harding Ekperigin died, you never ceased to provide the support that me and my siblings needed. Everyone that ever met you has their own personal testimonial about the positive impact you made on their lives. Your kindness will be sung for many years to come. I pray that your kindness will be repaid to your future generations a million fold. Rest in Peace papa, Oghene Serovwe, wotubuvwenwin gbereden.

Tode Olorogun.

With a heavy heart,

Harriet Ekperigin
September 27, 2016
September 27, 2016
Rest in peace Sir! You paved way for a lot of Urhobos. I hope your children and grandchildren really understand the legacy you gave them and carry it on.
September 26, 2016
September 26, 2016
Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives. seyi Omogunwa
September 26, 2016
September 26, 2016
Olorogun (Dr.) Michael C. O. Ibru, I was looking forward to your recovery and coming home, so that i can meet you in person and get inspiration from you. But alas that is not to be. Many,including people like myself who never had the opportunity to meet you will remember you fondly not only for your great achievements,but also for the way you used your wealth to positively touch the lives of people. you will indeed be forever missed. Samaila Saadu (MCF)
September 26, 2016
September 26, 2016
Olorogun Michael Ibru was a great man, a wonderful intellect, a great soul of matchless courage one of the greatest men of the earth and the greatest business entrepreneur this nation has ever produced.

Obviously, of all public figures and benefactors that Urhobo nation has ever produced, no one is loved and honored in history both home and abroad more than our famous businessman and industrialist whose intellectual role in the family, relative, community, country and business world would continue to stimulate us and the generations to come.
Farewell Olorogun Michael Ibru.

‘the song is ended…….. but the melody lingers on’

We love you but God love you more
You will be greatly missed…..
September 25, 2016
September 25, 2016
An angel among men is gone! Almost too humane, large-hearted & blessed. Rev Francis Waive
September 24, 2016
September 24, 2016
Sir, we never did meet but I will owe you a debt of gratitude for the rest of my living days and memories. You have given me a best friend who is one of the finest men you could ever meet. A true gentleman and scholar. Go to heaven and find eternal happiness, Requiescat in pace Mr Ibru
September 23, 2016
September 23, 2016
My Dear Uncle, Olorogun Michael C.O. Ibru, you are forever missed.

Because you would not stop for death, so death stopped for you.
Your Great Spirit was riding far and wide, still watchful and nurturing.
Only you alone, knowing when your job was done.
Your departure from us has demystified the demure ones;
Thus you have removed the mystery from the quiet and shy ones in the family, like myself.

I pay my condolences with deep sadness and respect, to say farewell.
Your ingenuity and inspiration has filled our hearts,
While you carefully watched over us mentoring others,
And each other as you reverently did yourself.

Teaching us, your family that success and good fortune is upheld,
Only through faith and Love of God.
That a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,
And if you can believe it, your mind can achieve it.

Uncle Michael may your spirit continue to rise high above,
And this time to it's final destination, back home with the Creator.

Amen

Your Loving Niece,

Adara.
September 23, 2016
September 23, 2016
You're still very fresh in our hearts and minds. The good works you did while alive have drawn many to your achievements and courage to break new frontier in business. Your humility in prosperity makes your stories live on. Your desire for quality and affordable education gave birth to Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Agbarha-Otor, Delta State, Nigeria. No doubt, you are a symbol of courage to many knew or heard about you. You have clearly written your name in the book of history that can not be erased. Continue to rest at the bosom of your maker. rest in peace, baba.
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
You came, you saw, you conquered! There’s no gainsaying that your legacy will live forever. With the touch of your grace passed onto your amiable wife Mummy Cecilia Ibru and your beautiful children– your unforgettable legacies will continue to be fresh in the minds and hearts of Nigerians and beyond. You lived a life we all are envious of and working hard to follow in your entrepreneurial path. Your immense impact on education within your family, your communities and your country is inspirational. In the world of business your statuses can be compared with the likes of Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Warren Buffet and more. Rest in the bosom of the Lord where your mansion is prepared for you to celebrate with Jesus in Heaven. We will miss your genius mind and work ethics. May your soul rest in perfect Peace Sir. Signed: Joseph Bitrus for the family!
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
"Olorogun Michael Ibru" the Patriarch of the Ibru Family is an INDEFATIGABLE PERSONALITY OF NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REPUTE.

I hereby with great sense of humility and respect, salute his great vision, unusual courage, tenacity of aspiration, audacity of purpose, doggedness and industry foresight.

He was indeed a pathfinder and trailblazer who left indelible footprints in the emerging economy of our nation across industries.

He came to this transient world unsung and unknown as a young infant and grew up with great hope and aspirations but had a great Christian upbringing and background. No wonder, he left as one of the greatest Hero of our times having fought many battles in this life especially in the business world and economic destiny of our great nation and won. The testimonies are numerous and abound across different industries. 

The impact he made in the lives of so many people all over the world especially in Nigeria and across race, creed, culture, religion, gender, age and nations is very rare and unfathomable. The wisdom, knowledge and understanding that he demonstrated to chart the path of his financial destiny in the business world is uncommon.

He was a very simple, humble, amiable, modest, dynamic and cheerful leader of men and thoughts who left lasting legacies in the lives of every member of the family, community and indeed the nation at large.

He was always looking for the strength and any positive attributes in the life of every man that comes across him during his life time. This accounted for one of the reasons he was able to amazingly build men, systems, strategies and established firms that contributed enormously to the economic growth of our country even as a young man who had great visions through the ingenuity bestowed on him by God in managing human and material resources.. 

Undoubtedly, it appeared the manner and way he built the family that he left behind in love is uncommon. The name IBRU has seen becomes a GREAT BRAND even in his life time.

To this end, I hereby join the entire world and especially the great people of Nigeria to extend my sincere and heartfelt condolences on behalf of my wife, children and extended family to our dear Mummy Cecilia Ibru and the Ibru family in general.

May the wholesome God keep watch over the IBRU FAMILY and never allow His mercy, countenance, love, grace, glory, love, forgiveness, blessing and unity to depart from the family. May the Lord grant every member of the family the fortitude and strength to bear this great and irreplaceable loss to humanity.

Finally, I pray that the exceptional legacies and unusual footprints in the sand of time of this great colossus live forever and transcend several generations yet unborn after him in Jesus Mighty name.
Daddy Michael Ibru, you are indeed a rare gift to humanity, Urhobos, Delta State, Nigeria and especially the family.

We all will surely miss him.  

It is well with the Ibrus
It is well with the Urhobos
It is well with the Deltans
It is well with Nigerians    

Shalom!!!!!!!

Yomi Adelegan
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
To: Olorogun Michael Ibru
Words are grossly inadequate to express your fatherly care, your humility despite your colossal achievements. What a great inspiration! Shining light, Educator to educators. Your smiles of encouragement are impossible to forget. You faced every crisis with confidence and always saw light at the head of any tunnel. The foremost apostle of entrepreneurship. A real visionary and a futurologists. A genius producer! May your gentle soul rest in PEACE!
Signed Professor Chris Imafidon - on behalf of the Imafidon family, England, UK
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
Memories of your impeccable affluence shown in the lifes and businesses of those you have affected within and beyond the shores of this country cannot be thrown away, because they are engraved in the hearts of men, you were a blessing to Urhobo Nation, have a peaceful sleep dady oo!
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
In the words of our dear Professor Wole Soyinka "Great men do not die, but they only transit from glory to glory". Olorogun Michael Ibru was a very great man who went out of his way to put smiles on the faces of countless people and he did that wholeheartedly. A lot of testimonies about his philanthropy, his magnanimity, his simplicity and his selfless service to God and humanity abound everywhere. He picked up many from no where and made them who they are. Today, such ones occupy prime positions in the society. What a great man he was! It will be very difficult to find a replacement of the great legend, Olorogun Michael Ibru and we will surely miss him so much, but we are confident that as a devoted Christian who died in the Lord, we will meet with him again on the resurrection day in Jesus name, Amen. Rest in peace Great man till we meet again to part no more. Festus Anyasi
September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016
Dear Grandpa
I really miss you and I love you I am sad that you are gone but happy you are in heaven with Jesus and Uncle Rode
I love you Mila
September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016
OLOROGUN MICHAEL C.O. IBRU:
AN IRREPLACABLE ICON OF NATIONAL HERITAGE

The news of your temporary departure was unexpected at this time;
The reality of your brief exit seemingly turned into unfathomable eternal departure and rest;
Eventually, death has become great adventure that barricaded human exchange of interactions permanently!


Hey, the trail of your intermittent visits and fellowships at the place of work;
The reality of your phone calls which suddenly gone silent;
The charitableness of your cheering, caring and comforting messages in the midst of loneliness and unhappiness;
… all will be missed so dearly.


The inability to roll back the eternal ‘un-recycling chair’ of your historical doggedness, diligence, entrepreneurship and managerial acumen;
The touch of excellence in the way you handle means, methods, materials and of course men – the business associates;
And obviously, the degree of the respect to human dignity that you accord to people generally;
… all remains “missing gaps” that are impossible to bring to the fore.


Of a truth, the footprints of your indomitable landmarks (in employment generation, entrepreneurial innovations, creative leadership and life-impactful reliefs) and empowerment that people benefited from and through you especially in the Nigerian banking sector, educational sector, Agriculture, Aviation and charitable endowments still remains an unparalleled portrait that could not be copycatted;
The unique “unifying factor” in your ability to bring together heterogeneous inter-tribal hegemony in the Nigerian economic landscape for development;
The reminiscence of your peaceful lifestyle in the conduct of business ventures has undoubtedly immortalized you as the irreplaceable and matchless icon of business mogul in Africa and across the globe;
… all will forever be remembered.

Like in the words of Dr. Horatius Bonar (1808-1889), of Edinburgh, who wrote the words of the below hymn, indeed you will continue to be remembered by what you have done sir:

“Fading away like the stars of the morning,
Losing their light in the glorious sun—
Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling,
Only remembered by what we have done.

Only remembered, only remembered,
Only remembered by what we have done;
Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling,
Only remembered by what we have done.

Shall we be missed, though by others succeeded,
Reaping the fields we in springtime have sown?
Yes; but the sowers must pass from their labours,
Ever remembered by what they have done.

Only the truth that in life we have spoken,
Only the seed that on earth we have sown;
These shall pass onward when we are forgotten,
Fruits of the harvest and what we have done”.

Oh, when the Saviour shall make up His jewels,
When the bright crowns of rejoicing are won,
Then shall His weary and faithful disciples
All be remembered by what they have done.

Who’ll sing the anthem and who’ll tell the story.
Will the line hold, will it scatter and run.
Shall we at last be united in glory.
Only remembered for what we have done.

Only remembered for what we have done.
Shall we at last be united in glory.
Only remembered for what we have done.
Only remembered for what we have done”.


You have fought a good fight and conquered!
We salute your courage to manly weather that unimaginable storm of your life to this time; and indeed, there remains a rest for you at the bosom of the Lord.
We celebrate you, your achievements and life well-spent today and forever.
The generations yet unborn will forever remember you.
Our eternal joy is that we will see you again at the feet of Jesus.

We therefore resign our will to God’s as we bid you farewell, … Good night. Hopefully, we shall meet you again at the feet of the LORD when the roll is called up yonder.
September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016
My fondest memory of Chief Ibru was when I joined the family for lunch. I had greeted him using my very, very limited Urhobo language skills. He responded in Yoruba, as he usually did. He offered me starch and banga. I told him that I had never tried starch before and didn't think that day would be the day for my first attempt. Well, how do you refuse a persuasive man's insistence that you had to try it? You simply don't! I recall when I put the starch in my mouth, Olorogun was encouraging me on the methodology of consuming starch, 'Don't chew, don't chew! Just swallow!' Unfortunately, the food didn't manage to stay down but the memory forever embedded in my heart. This was a man that treated anyone and everyone with the same disarming charm but yet you knew you were in the presence of a great person. I once had an urgent errand to run for him, and he woke me up quite early with the instructions of the task. As he announced who was on the line, I leapt out of my bed and started prostrating. He will be greatly missed by so many for his generosity and disarming nature. My prayers are with the entire Ibru clan. God bless the man, and God bless you all. Shola Ojora
September 21, 2016
September 21, 2016
Olorogun Michael C. O. Ibru, made the world a better place with his presence and touches the heart of humans in a way others don't.

“The most powerful LEADERSHIP tool you have is your own personal examples"
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
We (the Nigerian Chaplaincy, United Kingdom) thank God for the life and times of Michael Christopher Ibru. He was indeed a gift from God to his family and friends and to all that know him. He will surely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Confident in the faith we share with Michael, we commend his soul into the loving hands of the Lord Jesus Christ; who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. It's well with the righteous. - Ven Dr Joe Ajaefobi (Chaplain)
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
Daddy,
Wo rukevwe omamo obo wo rukevwe, ocha charovwero. We kobiruo.
Kode-o
Edwin
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
A quintessential Leader, A business icon par excellence, a man of great charitable disposition, yet humility personified. A noble Nigerian, true. An Igbobian of the finest traditions - our heads are raised with gratitude to the Mighty God for your life and example.
I remain honored to have attended your great alma mater, Igbobi College. The torch you have passed down to us, we remain confident, shall not go off in our hands - and, as you so portrayed the aspect of the school song: wherever there's an Igbobian, there will always be a noble Nigerian, so shall we uphold the ideals you exemplified.
Rest in peace great Senior.
Ce ce ce ceeee.... Ceeee!!!
UP IC
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
Dear Daddy,
I wish I had told you more how much I love you.
How I admire you.
How I am so proud to be your daughter.
I pray to God to give me the strength to honour you.
I know you are at peace now,
I am so overwhelmed with thanks to God for your amazing life.
Rest now Daddy, in perfect peace, forever.
with love always,
Omote xxxxxxxx
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
We miss you Grandpa!!
We are sad that you are not here anymore.But,
We are happy that you are in heaven with Jesus now.
We love you forever.

from
Mila, Michael and Naomi-Rose xxx
September 20, 2016
September 20, 2016
President Muhammadu Buhari extends sincere condolences to the family of Olorogun Michael Ibru, who passed away on Tuesday, aged 85.

President Buhari equally commiserates with the Government and people of Delta State and the Urhobos in particular on the passage of their illustrious son and patriarch of the Ibru family. 

The President joins them in mourning an accomplished businessman whose edifying role in the corporate world and private sector in Nigeria would continue to inspire generations to come.

President Buhari believes that Michael Ibru will be long remembered for his hardwork and dedication to entrepreneurship, which opened doors of opportunities to many Nigerians and associates who came in contact with his investments in the banking, aviation, tourism and manufacturing sectors.

The President urges members of his family and all who mourn Olorogun Ibru to honour his memory by constantly upholding the values of selfless-service, inter-ethnic harmony, knowledge and perseverance, which he
passionately promoted through his successful career in the private sector. 

The President prays that God Almighty will grant his soul eternal rest.



Femi Adesina

Special Adviser to the President

(Media & Publicity)

September 7, 2016 
http://www.statehouse.gov.ng/index.php/news/2612-president-buhari-mourns-michael-ibru

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Most Distinguish (Dr.) M.C.O Ibru, the Eki r'ode of the Universe and the greatest helper of the helpless. Bn 6 years Since you join the saints triumphant in heaven.
We thank God for the many things he granted you the grace to do with the blessings he bestowed on you.
We also thank God for the gift of you as a blessing to the world while you were on this side of the world.
Continue to enjoy your well deserved rest and may your good name Continue to speak blessings to your entire household in Jesus mighty name.
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December 26, 2020
December 26, 2020
Happy Birthday Daddy ❤️
We Miss you❤️
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Mig wo❤️
Continue to rest in everlasting Power and in Peace❤️
We Thank God ❤️
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Happy posthumous birthday Eki R'Ode!!!
Continue to enjoy your heavenly Rest...
Akpokedefa!!!
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Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they briought into our lives. seyi Omogunwa

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