Plans are underway to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Herbert Wigwe, CEO of Access Holdings Plc, his wife, and son, who tragically lost their lives in a recent helicopter crash in the United States. The schedule obtained by BusinessDay outlines some events, including ceremonies and services, spanning from March 4 to March 10, 2024.
Details:
- March 4: Bankers Committee’s Celebration of Herbert
- March 5: Service of Songs for Chizzy in the morning; Service of Songs for the Wigwes in the evening
- March 6: Commemoration event celebrating Herbert’s contributions in Social Impact Space; Evening Service of Songs at Redeemed Christian Church, City of David Parish
- March 7: Service of Songs at Herbert’s Dad’s parish; Travel to Port Harcourt for Chizzy’s funeral service and interment; Service of Songs for Herbert and his wife
- March 8: Final farewell with Funeral services and interments for Herbert & Mrs. Wigwe
- March 9: Day to receive guests
- March 10: Thanksgiving Service to honour the lives and legacies of the departed
Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, a revered Nigerian banker and entrepreneur, passed away at 57. His leadership transformed a small commercial bank into a global financial institution. Born on August 15, 1966, to Ikwerre parents from Omueke Isiokpo in Rivers State, Herbert’s legacy encompasses professional achievements, philanthropy, and visionary leadership.
Born on August 15, 1966, to Ikwerre parents from Omueke Isiokpo in Rivers State, Herbert attended St. Gregory’s College in Lagos for his secondary education. He later graduated with a degree in accountancy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1987. Herbert Wigwe’s legacy encompasses not only his professional achievements but also his philanthropy and visionary leadership.
