Lagos Assembly Pays Tribute To Late Banker Herbert Wigwe, Urges Colleagues To Sustain His Legacies

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly commenced its plenary session on Monday with a heartfelt call for colleagues of the late banker, Herbert Wigwe, to uphold and sustain his impactful legacies.

Wigwe, the Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash in the United States of America, alongside his wife, son, and Abimbola Ogunbajo, a former chairman of Nigeria Exchange Group.

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Speaking under ‘Matter of Urgent Public Importance,’ Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, expressed deep sorrow over Wigwe’s demise, describing it as “shocking, painful, disturbing, and unexpected.”

Dr. Obasa recounted his last conversation with the late Wigwe during a flight from Abuja to Lagos, highlighting the deceased banker’s passion for Nigeria’s development.

“The demise of Wigwe is painful because this is someone who struggled to establish himself professionally, contributing significantly to the banking industry and personal life. He was known for his philanthropy, particularly his support for the Lagos City Marathon and the establishment of Wigwe University,” said Speaker Obasa.

Reflecting on his last encounter, Dr. Obasa emphasized the importance of leaving positive imprints on society, urging Wigwe’s colleagues to sustain his philanthropic activities.

He mentioned the Lagos City Marathon’s expansion beyond Nigeria and the Wigwe University, expressing confidence that these initiatives were meant for the benefit of Nigerians.

Lawmakers echoed their sentiments, portraying Wigwe as a humble and compassionate man despite his financial success.

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Hon. Desmond Olusola Elliot praised Wigwe’s friendship with the state, emphasizing his stance against domestic violence.

Hon. Abiodun Tobun described the late banker as easy-going and unassuming.

As the House observed a minute of silence in honor of Herbert Wigwe and the other victims of the helicopter crash, the Speaker concluded the session by extending condolences to the bereaved families and praying for the peaceful repose of their souls.

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