By Halimah Olamide
Former Minister of Transport Osita Chidoka has narrated his last conversation with the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Mr. Herbert Wigwe.
Chidoka said Wigwe had been a pillar of support since he left public office.
Wigwe died in a helicopter crash in the United States In the early hours of Saturday with his wife and son.
Also in the ill-fated plane was the Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Abimbola Ogundapo.
“We had an appointment for last Thursday. “Osita, I will fly into Abuja with the VC on Thursday; after our meeting, I will leave for the US,”
I said. ” Herbert, wetin they pursue you, you travel a lot these days, biko take me along.” He laughed and said, “Osita, you can’t keep up with my pace. Just enjoy your peace.”
We laughed and said goodbyes. It was the last goodbye.
“He couldn’t make it on Thursday.
Since I left public office, he has been a strong supporter and friend.
“His wife Chizoba was at my wedding 22 years ago.
His son looked up to me as his parents literally handed him over to me for mentorship.
“ I am alone in the dark, wondering, is that it? Should we remain fearless? Somebody should tell me something.”
The news of the crash involving Wigwe and his family had thrown many Nigerians into confusion on Saturday.
Many prominent Nigerians have expressed concerns over the crash.