Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe Dies in Helicopter Crash

Access Holdings Plc., parent company of Access Bank, confirms the death of its Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Herbert Wigwe, in a helicopter crash on Friday, February 9th. Tragically, Wigwe’s wife and son also perished in the accident along with a former Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group.

Key Points:

• Accident: Helicopter crash near California-Nevada border on Friday night.
• Fatalities: Dr. Herbert Wigwe, wife, son, and Abimbola Ogunbanjo (former Chairman).
• Cause: Under investigation.
• Company Statement: Expresses deep sadness and praises Wigwe’s leadership.
• Future Leadership: Board to appoint an Acting CEO soon.

Statement from Access Holdings:

“It is with deep sadness that the Board of Directors of Access Holdings Plc announces the passing of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, CFR… 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.”

Additional Information:

• No survivors reported from the crash.
• Investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.
• Access Holdings emphasizes its commitment to building upon Wigwe’s legacy