South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sadness over the aviation tragedy that claimed the lives of Access Bank’s Group CEO, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, son, and former Chair of the Nigerian Exchange Group, Abimbola Ogunbanjo.
President Ramaphosa conveyed his condolences and sympathies to all the affected families, including relatives and friends of the deceased helicopter crew.
He extended his thoughts and prayers to the Access Bank family worldwide, including South Africa, emphasizing that the departed souls may rest in peace.
In his statement, President Ramaphosa acknowledged the significant role played by Herbert Wigwe in the continental banking sector, describing him as a pioneer and a partner in Africa’s economic landscape.
He expressed gratitude for Access Bank South Africa’s support in the country’s investment drive and noted the shared grief with the management and staff of Access Bank, a flagship African enterprise.
His words: “I am deeply saddened by the aviation tragedy that has claimed the lives of our continental partner and banking sector pioneer, Nigeria’s Herbert Wigwe, Group CEO of Access Bank, his wife and son and former Chair of the Nigerian Exchange Group Abimbola Ogunbanjo.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the affected families, including the relatives and friends of the helicopter crew who perished, as well as the Access Bank family around the globe, including South Africa. May all the departed souls rest in peace.
“We value Access Bank South Africa’s support for our investment drive and we share in this terrible loss felt by the management and staff of a flagship African enterprise.”
