RE: PAINFUL DEATH OF DR. HERBERT WIGWE CFR AND THREE OTHERS WHO PASSED AWAY IN A HELICOPTER MISHAP
I received with the deepest sympathy and sadness, the heart-rending news of the shocking deaths of the CEO of Access Holdings Plc, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, CFR, his wife Mrs. Chizoba Wigwe and son Chizi Wigwe, as well as the former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) Otunba Abimbola Ogunbanjo who passed away in a fatal helicopter crash on 9th February, 2024.
I am stunned by this unthinkable tragedy, which is most undesirable to be considered a possibility. It s indeed a dark moment for the nation and for the professional community where they worked devotedly in their service to humanity. We have lost invaluable assets who laid a solid foundation of trust and expertise in the investment industry. The private and the public sectors shall miss them dearly. At this moment of grief, I heartily commit all their loved ones to the gracious solace of God who alone is Almighty as I pray for God to grant eternal repose to the souls departed. May their gentle souls rest in perfect peace, amen.
My heartiest compassions and best wishes are with the children and the aged parents. May the fond memories of the professional excellence of the departed souls and their dreams and goals resonate in the life endeavours of their children, Amen. Farewell to the fallen compatriots, and may the glory of God continue to uphold the testaments of their excellent professional legacies.
H.E. Sen. Engr. Nweze David Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE*
Honourable Minister of Works