Lawmakers Demand Probe of Wigwe’s Death

Some members of the House of Representative from Rivers state, have demanded investigations into the death of Herbert Wigwe, the Group Managing Director of Access Holdings Plc.

Wigwe is from Rivers state where he recently established a top class university.

The Access Corps boss died on Friday alongside his wife, son and four others in an ill-fated helicopter crash in far away California, United states.

Tributes that have poured in for the late banking guru, include that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi amongst others.

Following his death that sent shock waves across the country, particularly the financial sector the US authorities said investigation has since commenced to ascertain the cause of the crash of the chopper which took the life of the banker alongside his wife, son, and a former Managing Director of Nigerian Stock Exchange, NGX.

In their reaction, the Rivers lawmakers in a statement signed today by their leader, Dunamenne Dekor charged the federal government to ensure that it got to the bottom of what led to the crash and Wigwe’s eventual death, stressing that the state has lost one of its illustrious sons.

He said: “Our hearts are heavy with sorrow as we extend our deepest condolences to the Wigwe’s family and loved ones during this distressing time.

“Dr. Herbert Wigwe played a prominent role in the financial banking community, Education and Welfarism.

“His leadership at Access Holdings Plc has left an indelible mark on the industry.

“As we mourn the loss of our son; a nationalist, lover of Rivers State, and visionary and compassionate leader, we take solace in the very remarkable impact he made in the financial sector, education, and particularly his philanthropic lifestyle and belief that the well-being of a people is the only thing that has intrinsic value.

“The Caucus is calling on the United States of America and its relevant agencies, the Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, and all relevant institutions and agencies of government to thoroughly investigate the cause of this ill-fated helicopter crash in California and make public its findings.”