Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State fondly remembers Dr. Herbert Wigwe, the late GMD/CEO of Access Holdings Plc, as more than just a colleague, but as a beloved brother whose legacy has left an indelible mark on the world.
Governor Eno made the assertion during a condolence visit Friday on Pastor Shyngle and Lady Stella Wigwe, the aged parents of late top banker and entrepreneur at their Northern Foresehore Estate, Lagos residence.
The State Chief Executive while consoling the Wigwes noted that their son was a star and urged them to take heart and be strong.
He assured them that he, and the rest of Herbert’s brothers and sisters will rally round them to mitigate the effects of the tragic helicopter accident that also claimed the lives of the late banker’s wife, Chizoba, son, Chizzy as well as former Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange ( NGX), Mr. Abimbola Ogunbanjo.
Governor Eno who was received by Access Bank Plc Chairman, Mr Paul Usoro, SAN, Mr Aigboje Aig -Imoukhuede and deceased brother, Mr Emeka Wigwe stated that the thoughts and prayers of the people of Akwa Ibom were with the families of all the deceased while praying for God to bless their souls.
In his response, Pastor Shyngle Wigwe thanked Governor Eno for the visit and expression of love.
The Former Director- General of Nigerian Television Authority ( NTA) noted that though every parent’s dream is to be buried by his children, the devastating incident was indeed a test of his faith. He urged everyone to keep praying for the Wigwe family at this hour of grieve.
Governor Eno who also spent time thanking family and friends such as former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke and wife, Onari, Mrs Cecila Ibru, Dr. Dere Awosika, Mr Dere Otubu, Dr Yemi Ogunbiyi, Sam Iwuajoku and Greg Unaseru for being present and standing by the family, later signed the condolence register , where he wrote: “To my brother Herbert, you came, impacted the world and made it better than you met it. May your memory live forever. May God grant everyone, particularly your aged parents, the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. Rest in peace my brother”.
Media Unit
Government House,Uyo
16/02/24
