“The pain of this loss is still so raw” Sanwo-Olu remembers Herbert Wigwe on his posthumous birthday

Babajide Sanwo-Olu is remembering Herbert Wigwe on what would have been his 58th birthday.

Wigwe, his wife and son died on February 9, 2024, in a helicopter crash in the US.

Today, August 15, would have been his birthday.

To mark the occasion, the Lagos State Governor shared a photo of the late group managing director and CEO of Access Bank Plc.

Sanwo-Olu wrote: “Today would have been Herbert’s 58th birthday, and we would have shared a laugh together. The pain of his loss is still so raw, but today, I choose to remember the man who was more than a brother and friend to me.

“Herbert’s wisdom, vision, and unwavering belief in Nigeria remain etched in our hearts. We miss you deeply, my brother.

“He was not just a leader; he was a beacon of hope and a visionary inspiring many. We honour his legacy of progress, integrity, and love for our country.

“As we remember Herbert today, let us celebrate the incredible life he lived.

“Rest in peace, my dear brother. Your spirit lives on in every heart you touched.”