{"id":3108,"date":"2024-02-15T08:54:43","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T08:54:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nigerianewsflight.com.ng\/?p=3108"},"modified":"2024-02-15T08:54:46","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T08:54:46","slug":"how-obi-okonjo-iweala-wept-over-wigwe-others-death","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nigerianewsflight.com.ng\/how-obi-okonjo-iweala-wept-over-wigwe-others-death\/","title":{"rendered":"How Obi, Okonjo-Iweala wept over Wigwe, others\u2019 death"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Peter Obi | File Image<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018I’m deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of my dear friend, Mr. Herbert Wigwe, CEO of Access Holdings, along with his wife and son; and another close friend, Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former group chairman of NGX Group\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Valentine Amanze<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala | File Image<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr. Peter Obi, and the Director General, World Trade Organisation (WTO), Prof Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, have expressed sadness over the death of the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Mr. Herbert Wigwe, his wife and son; and Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former Group Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) in an helicopter crash in California, USA on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obi and Okonjo-Iweala stated this in their separate X handle \u2013 @PeterObi, and @NOIweala \u2013 respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obi, who missed the African Nations Cup (AFCON) final between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Elephants of Cote d\u2019Ivoire in Abidjan, as a result of the crash, stated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI’m deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of my dear friend, Mr. Herbert Wigwe, CEO of Access Holdings, along with his wife and son; and another close friend, Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former group chairman of NGX Group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis loss is profoundly felt across the nation. I first met Herbert during his early days, on the brink of starting his marital journey. I vividly remember assisting him in preparing for his traditional wedding and being there for the ceremony with his wife, Chizoba, from Achina, Anambra State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since then, I’ve maintained a connection to his endeavours in my own modest ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also read: Obi decries food insecurity in Nigeria<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHerbert, a determined and forward-thinking individual, led Access Bank to new heights following his brother Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede. His noteworthy contributions extended beyond the professional realm, with commendable philanthropic efforts in health and education, exemplified by the establishment of Wigwe University, showcasing his deep commitment to education as a driver of development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe loss of such an exceptional individual reminds us of life’s fleeting nature, encouraging us to live with a purpose that contributes to the betterment of humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Herbert, his beloved wife, his son, and all those who lost their lives in the tragic plane crash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMay God grant them eternal rest and provide strength to Herbert’s family, Access Holdings, and all of us mourning this irreplaceable loss.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In her reaction, Okonjo-Iweala described their death as a tragic loss to humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She lamented: \u201cTerribly saddened by the news of the terrible loss of Herbert Wigwe, Group CEO Access Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n

@HerbertOWigwe, his wife and son as well as Bimbo Ogunbanjo in a helicopter crash. My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Wigwe family, the Ogunbanjo family, Access Bank Group employees and Management @myaccessbank<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 and my younger Brother Herbert\u2019s partner Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

valoa2000@yahoo.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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