Family members, friends, colleagues and associates of the late former Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, Dr Herbert Wigwe, have celebrated his 60th posthumous birthday.
Wigwe, who died on February 9, 2024, would have turned 60 on Saturday (today).
A statement made available to Saturday PUNCH on Friday said Wigwe left behind a legacy spanning banking, education, healthcare and youth development in Nigeria and beyond.
Before his death, Wigwe had risen to become one of Africa’s leading financial executives, widely known for his role in the transformation and expansion of Access Bank.
The statement said, “Beyond banking, he devoted considerable attention and resources to building institutions, supporting young people and creating opportunities for disadvantaged communities.
“To his family, friends and associates, Wigwe was also a mentor and a firm believer in the ability of people to achieve more when given the right opportunities.
“As Co-CEO of Access Bank and later Access Holdings, he played a major role in the growth of the financial institution from a Nigerian bank into a financial services group with operations across several countries.”
