According to reports Herbert Wigwe, former Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc and two other members of his family who tragically lost their lives in a fatal helicopter accident near the California-Nevada border recently, will be laid to rest as from 4th to 10th of March, 2024.
It was gathered that the final interment of the 57-year-old business mogul, his wife and son will feature somber events to include various ceremonies and services to pay tribute to the departed souls.
It was learnt that Monday, March 4, 2024 marks the Bankers Committee’s Celebration of Herbert, followed by a Service of Songs for Chizzy slated for Tuesday morning, March 5, 2024 and another Service of Songs for the deceased Wigwes in the evening of the same day.
Meanwhile, on Wednesday March 6, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, a commemoration event will commemorate Herbert’s impactful contributions in the Social Impact Space, followed by an Evening Service of Songs for Herbert at Redeemed Christian Church, City of David Parish.
Accordingly, Thursday March 7 is billed for a Service of Songs at Herbert’s Dad’s parish, along with the gloomy tasks of traveling to PH for Chizzy’s funeral service and interment, as well as holding Service of Songs for late Herbert and his wife.
In the schedule, Friday, March 8 is scheduled for the final farewell, with Funeral services and interments planned for both deceased and his wife.
While Saturday, March 9 will be a day to welcome guests, Sunday, March 10 will culminate in a Thanksgiving Service to honor the lives and legacies of the departed souls.
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.
The renowned Nigerian banker and entrepreneur, died at the age of 57. As the CEO of Access Holdings Plc and former Group Managing Director/CEO of Access Bank Plc, his leadership catapulted a small commercial bank into a global financial institution.
Wigwe who graduated with a degree in accountancy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1987, has a legacy that encompasses not only his professional achievements but also his philanthropy and visionary leadership.
