Tragedy in the Sky: Access Holdings CEO Herbert Wigwe Feared Dead in California Helicopter Crash
The CEO of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and his son are believed to be among the six passengers in a helicopter that crashed in the US early Saturday Nigerian time (late Friday local time).
The New York Times reports that a total of six people were in the helicopter that crashed near the California-Nevada border.
No survivors have been located as of the time of this report.
Deep sadness shrouds the Nigerian business community today as reports emerge of the potential death of Access Holdings CEO, Herbert Wigwe, in a California helicopter crash.
Wigwe, along with five others, is feared to have perished in the incident that occurred near the Nevada-California border on Friday night.
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According to sources, the ill-fated chopper was en route to Las Vegas when it went down. While official confirmation regarding the identities of the victims is still pending, Wigwe’s wife, one of their children, and another unidentified Nigerian are believed to have been onboard.
The US government has confirmed the devastating outcome of the crash, leaving no survivors. News of this potential tragedy has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s financial sector, where Wigwe was a highly respected figure known for his leadership and innovative approach.
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Access Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank, has yet to release an official statement. This developing story raises a poignant question: what will be the impact on the bank and the wider Nigerian economy in the wake of Wigwe’s potential absence?
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As details continue to emerge, one thing is certain: the loss of such a prominent figure would be a devastating blow to the Nigerian business landscape. This tragedy, if confirmed, would leave a void that will be difficult to fill.
Further details regarding the cause of the crash and the official confirmation of the victims’ identities are expected shortly.
