{"id":160069,"date":"2024-02-11T16:42:35","date_gmt":"2024-02-11T16:42:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/?p=160069"},"modified":"2024-02-11T16:42:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-11T16:42:35","slug":"nigeria-and-africa-have-lost-two-of-their-brightest-minds-tony-elumelu-mourns-wigwe-and-bimbo-ogunbanjo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/2024\/02\/11\/nigeria-and-africa-have-lost-two-of-their-brightest-minds-tony-elumelu-mourns-wigwe-and-bimbo-ogunbanjo\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigeria and Africa have lost two of their brightest minds &#8211; Tony Elumelu mourns Wigwe and Bimbo Ogunbanjo"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><strong>UBA Chairman, Tony Elumelu expressed deep sorrow over the untimely death of Access Holdings Plc CEO Herbert Wigwe, his wife, son and Bimbo Ogunbanjo. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Elumelu praised Wigwe&#8217;s banking contributions and Ogunbanjo&#8217;s leadership at NGX Group, stressing their enduring legacy as inspirations for future generations.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong> He offered sincere condolences to their families, urging strength during this difficult period.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>In a heartfelt tribute, UBA Chairman, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/2024\/01\/13\/singer-rema-vows-to-win-grammy-during-surprise-visit-to-billionaire-tony-elumelus-mansion-video\/\"><strong>Tony Elumelu<\/strong><\/a> expressed profound sorrow at the untimely passing of CEO of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe and Bimbo Ogunbanjo, describing it as a tragic loss for Nigeria and Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Recall that the CEO of Access Holdings Plc, his wife, Chizoba, his son, and a few others died when their chopper crashed in California, USA.<\/p>\n<p>Elumelu mourned the painful demise of the two exceptional individuals, highlighting their dedication to driving transformation in Nigeria.<\/p>\n<p>Late Herbert Wigwe, renowned for his contributions to the banking and financial sector through Access Holdings, was lauded by Elumelu for his exceptional talent and commitment. Similarly, Bimbo Ogunbanjo&#8217;s tenure as Group Chairman of the NGX Group was characterized by excellence, leaving a lasting impact on the financial landscape.<\/p>\n<p>Elumelu emphasized that the legacy of Wigwe and Ogunbanjo will endure as beacons of leadership and entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring countless young people. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, praying for their strength and solace during this challenging time.<\/p>\n<p>The post reads:<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>&#8220;Tribute to Great Lights &#8211; True Patriots<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>The news of Herbert Wigwe\u2019s and Bimbo Ogunbanjo\u2019s untimely passing is terribly sad and distressing.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Nigeria, indeed Africa, has lost two of our brightest minds. I admired them both and we all shared the desire to drive Nigeria\u2019s transformation.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Herbert was an exceptional talent, committed to advancing the banking and financial sector in Nigeria, with Access Holdings. Likewise, Bimbo\u2019s tenure as Group chairman of the NGX group was distinguished by excellence.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Both will be sorely missed by all. Their leadership and entrepreneurial drive will continue to serve as shining examples to millions of our young people.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>May Bimbo, Herbert, his dear wife, Chizoba, and his son, Chizi, rest in perfect peace. 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