The air was heavy with sorrow as Nigerians gathered to bid a final farewell to Herbert Wigwe, the esteemed CEO of Access Bank, along with his beloved wife, Chizoba, and their son, Chizi, whose lives were tragically cut short in a helicopter crash in the United States.
The somber procession began as the remains of the Wigwe family arrived at their church for the burial ceremony, leaving mourners heartbroken and grief-stricken by the untimely loss of such cherished individuals.
In a poignant display of solidarity, the sole surviving member of the family, their daughter Tochi Wigwe, stood amidst the sea of mourners, a poignant reminder of the profound void left by the departure of her loved ones.
The service of songs, held at the Redeemed Church of God, served as a poignant tribute to Herbert Wigwe, drawing a host of influential figures who offered heartfelt eulogies and fond remembrances of the late banking titan.
As the coffins draped in mourning shawls arrived at the church for the final rites, emotions ran high, with tears flowing freely and hearts heavy with grief. The Access Bank flag adorning Herbert's coffin stood as a poignant symbol of his unwavering dedication to the institution he served with distinction.
Despite the weight of their loss, mourners found solace in coming together to honor the memory of Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son, finding strength in unity as they navigated through this period of profound sadness and mourning.
Late Herbert Wigwe, Wife and Son’s remains arrive for the final burial rite in his native Rivers State. pic.twitter.com/ZT36YiiAnC
— IGBO History & Facts (@IgboHistoFacts) March 9, 2024
The burial ceremony of Late Hebert Wigwe, his wife and son currently ongoing.
— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) March 9, 2024
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Late Herbert Wigwe’s family bid him farewell at his final burial ceremony.
— Newsbreak Gist (@NewsbreakGist) March 9, 2024
RIP, Herbert Wigwe.#PopGistRepeat pic.twitter.com/vZIA3GUcgM
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