Mr Wigwe, his wife, and their kid were among those killed in a helicopter crash near the Nevada-California border.
Herbert Wigwe, the company’s founding Group CEO and former Group Managing Director of its main subsidiary Access Bank Plc, died on Sunday, according to the Access Holdings Plc Board of Directors.
Mr Wigwe, his wife, and kid were among those killed in a helicopter crash near the Nevada-California border. Abimbola Ogunbanjo, former chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), is reportedly said to be among the passengers.
The Eurocopter EC 130, which was carrying Wigwe and five others, crashed on Friday night on its route to Las Vegas.
Access Holdings’ secretary, Sunday Ekwochi, issued a statement on Sunday expressing its sadness at the untimely loss.
The statement stated: “The entire Access Family mourns the loss of Herbert, Doreen, and Chizi. We extend our deep and sincere sympathies to his family and loved ones”.
“Dr. Wigwe was a key driving force and a larger-than-life personality who brought his remarkable passion, energy, and experience to the transformation of the Access franchise since joining the Bank in 2002.”
Regarding Mr. Wigwe’s legacy, Abubakar Jimoh, Chairman of Access Holdings, said “The Access Family has suffered a major loss with the passing of Dr Wigwe, who was a great friend and fine gentleman.
“He had a prodigious intellect, admirable personal qualities, and vast business experience, which he brought to bear on the Access Family, and for which we owe him a debt of gratitude.
“In line with the Company’s policy, the Board will soon announce the appointment of an Acting Group Chief Executive Officer. However, we remain confident that the Access Group will build further on Dr Wigwe’s legacy of growth and operational excellence.”
