By Kamil Opeyemi
South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa has described the late Herbert Wigwe, as his country’s “continental Partner.”
In his condolence message released via his X handle on Monday, Ramaphosa said the country’s prayers are with the Wigwe family.
Wigwe died on Saturday in an helicopter crash in the United states with his wife and son. Also in the ill-fated helicopter was the former CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group, Abimbola Ogunbanjo.
Saying he was deeply saddened by the tragedy, Ramaphosa said was “our continental partner and banking sector pioneer.”
The South African president added, “Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the affected families, including the relatives and friends of the helicopter crew who perished, as well as the Access Bank family around the globe, including South Africa. May all the departed souls rest in peace.
“We value Access Bank South Africa’s support for our investment drive and we share in this terrible loss felt by the management and staff of a flagship African enterprise.”