Tinubu expresses shock over death of Herbert Wigwe, Ogunbanjo

President Bola Tinubu has expressed shock and distress over the demise of Herbert Wigwe, co-founder of Access Bank, who died in a helicopter crash in the United States (US) with his wife and son; as well as the demise of Abimbola Ogunbanjo, former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc.

Chizoba Wigwe, wife of Herbert

Tinubu in a statement declared that “their passing is an overwhelming tragedy that is shocking beyond comprehension.”

Tinubu in the statement asserted:

Chizi Wigwe, son of Herbert Wigwe

Bola Ahmed Tinubu
@officialABAT

“I am shocked and deeply distressed by the news of the passing of Mr. Herbert Wigwe, a distinguished banker, humanitarian, and entrepreneur, and Mr. Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, along with members of the Wigwe family – Herbert’s wife, Chizoba, and son, Chizi.

“Their passing is an overwhelming tragedy that is shocking beyond comprehension.

Abimbola Ogunbanjo

“I extend my condolences to the Wigwe and Ogunbanjo families, the business community, and all those impacted by this harrowing incident.

“I pray for the peaceful repose of the departed and ask God Almighty to comfort the multitude of Nigerians who are grieving and the families of the deceased at this deeply agonizing moment.”

Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President
Federal Republic of Nigeria