Wema Bank has conveyed heartfelt condolences to the board, management, and staff of Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank, following the tragic demise of Herbert Wigwe, their group CEO, on Friday.
In a statement signed by Moruf Oseni, the managing director/CEO of Wema Bank, the institution expressed profound sorrow over Wigwe’s loss, emphasizing its impact not only on Access Bank but also on the entire banking industry and the nation as a whole.
Oseni lamented the significant loss felt by the banking community, underscoring Wigwe’s distinguished career marked by excellence, vision, and a legacy that transcends beyond the financial realm. He highlighted Wigwe’s enduring impact as a leader and his enduring legacy, which will continue to inspire future generations.
“As a bank, we express our deepest sympathy to Access Holdings, the entire banking community, and, most importantly, to the families, friends, and associates of Herbert Wigwe and the other victims,” the statement read.
The tragic incident, which claimed the lives of Wigwe, his wife, son, and Bimbola Ogunbanjo, a former group chairman of Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX Group), has left the banking industry in mourning, creating a void that will be deeply felt across the sector for a long time.
Oseni urged everyone to find solace in the remarkable legacy left behind by Wigwe, emphasizing the enduring impact of his leadership in the business world. The statement concluded with condolences from the entire Wema Bank family, offering thoughts and prayers to all those affected by this great loss.
