THE United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its final report on the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Herbert Wigwe, his wife, his son, and his friend Abimbola Ogunbanjo, concluding that the accident was primarily caused by pilot error and inadequate company oversight. In the investigation report, the NTSB determined … Read more
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu on Sunday in Lagos praised the late Access Bank CEO, Dr Herbert Wigwe, for his contributions to the growth of various sectors of Nigeria’s economy. Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, spoke at the first-year memorial service for Wigwe, his wife, and … Read more
CHRISTAIN Chukwuka Wigwe, a cousin of the late Herbert Wigwe and former group managing director and CEO of Access Bank, has filed an Affidavit of Truth accusing Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede of taking indirect guardianship and custody of the deceased’s assets and children. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede According to the affidavit filed at the Lagos High Court Probate Registry, … Read more
In the wake of the unexpected and tragic loss of Herbert Wigwe, the esteemed former leader of Access Bank, our hearts weigh heavy as we reflect on the profound impact of this extraordinary individual. Tuning into the Night of Tribute organized in his honor, the heartfelt testimonials from various speakers shed light on Herbert Wigwe’s … Read more
THE bodies of the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, as well as those of his wife, Chizoba and son, Chizitere, have arrived in Nigeria ahead of their burial. Trojan News understands the remains arrived in Nigeria from the United States of America via the Port Harcourt International Airport on Friday. The trio, … Read more
Vice-president Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday, in a poetic tribute described the late Group Chief Executive, Access Corporation, Dr Herbert Wigwe, as “a miracle capturing his exploits, achievements and conquests.” Shettima said this during the night of tribute for Wigwe, held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos, where he conveyed the condolences of the presidency. … Read more
NIGERIAN business mogul and Africa’s richest man has named its largest road network to Dangote Refinery after the late founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Holdings, Herbert Wigwe. On Monday, Dangote announced this in his condolence speech at a night of tribute titled ‘Celebrating Herbert Wigwe- A Professional Legacy’ in Lagos. According … Read more
By Etim Etim IT was the venerated writer, Chimamanda Adichie, who first warned us against the destructive influences of a single story in her now famous 2009 TED talk. Many did not take her seriously and a lot more probably do not know the import of her lecture. She described a single story as an … Read more
THE Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, declared his administration’s commitment to honouring Herbert Wigwe by establishing a lasting legacy in recognition of his remarkable contributions to the state. Trojan News reports that the Governor vowed his allegiance at the Night of Tributes, an event held on Tuesday evening in Port Harcourt by the Port Harcourt … Read more
THE family of the former Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, has announced arrangements for his burial rites. Wigwe died alongside his wife, Chizoba, and son, Chizi, in a helicopter crash in the United States on February 9, 2024. The former Group Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), … Read more