Rivers Reps mourn Tragic Demise of Herbert Wigwe

Rivers Replies the Tragic Demise of Herbert Wigwe

…Calls for investigation into the cause of the crash

Faith Kordoo

Members of the House of Representatives from Rivers State have joined the people of the state and Nigerians at large to mourn the deaths of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and his son.

Wigwe, who was the Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, died in a helicopter crash in the US over the weekend alongside his wife, son, and a former Group Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group, Abimbola Ogunbanjo.

The House of Representatives Rivers State Caucus, in a statement by its leader, Rt. Hon. Dunamenne Dekor Robinson, extended its deepest condolences to the Wigwe’s family and loved ones during this distressing time, adding that the state has been thrown into mourning and utter despair.

“Dr. Herbert Wigwe played a prominent role in the financial banking community, education, and welfare.

“His leadership at Access Holdings Plc has left an indelible mark on the industry.

As we mourn the loss of our son, a nationalist, lover of Rivers State, and visionary and compassionate leader, we take solace in the very remarkable impact he made in the financial sector, education, and particularly his philanthropic lifestyle and belief that the well-being of a people is the only thing that has intrinsic value,” the statement noted.

The Caucus further called on the United States of America and its relevant agencies, the Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, and all relevant institutions and agencies of government to thoroughly investigate the cause of the ill-fated helicopter crash in California and make public its findings.

“We fervently hope that the authorities will successfully locate and provide the necessary support to the families of the victims of this devastating incident.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wigwe family and all those who have been impacted by this tragic event,”  the Rivers Caucus reiterated.