How Herbert Wigwe’s Philanthropy Moved Billionaires to Tears

The tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Entry Financial institution’s esteemed CEO, Herbert Wigwe, his spouse, and son, has plunged Nigerian billionaires to tears. But, amidst the grief, Nigerians replicate on the profound legacy of a person whose life touched numerous hearts and minds.

In a poignant ceremony held at Eko Inns and Suites, Lagos, company luminaries and political figures from throughout Nigeria gathered to pay tribute to Herbert Wigwe’s enduring influence.

Notable attendees included Aliko Dangote, Wale Edun, governors, the CBN governor, and esteemed financial institution CEOs, every providing heartfelt reflections.

Herbert Wigwe’s Philanthropic Footprint:

Wigwe’s philanthropic imaginative and prescient via the Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe (HOW) Basis reverberates within the lives of 1000’s:

• Educating Almajiri Kids: Herbert Wigwe’s basis helps the schooling of 13,000 Almajiri youngsters in Kaduna State, offering hope and alternative to marginalized communities.
• Medical Coaching: Over 5 years, Wigwe’s initiatives facilitated the coaching of 75 docs in Israel and the USA, investing in healthcare and human capital improvement.
• Healthcare Improve: Committing 2.3 billion naira, Wigwe spearheaded the improve and operational assist of 23 major healthcare centres throughout Rivers State, guaranteeing entry to high quality healthcare for underserved populations.

Wigwe’s dedication prolonged to his hometown in Isiokpo, Rivers State, the place he was a supply of unwavering assist and generosity:

• Yearly, Wigwe introduced pleasure to the group by distributing trailer a great deal of rice, rams, goats, and cows throughout Christmas, embodying the spirit of giving and group solidarity.

Heartfelt Tributes:

Netizens and outstanding figures alike poured out their feelings and reminiscences, underscoring the profound influence of Herbert Wigwe’s life.

• Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele LLB:  When billionaires shed tears, it’s a profound reminder that they too are fashioned with bones and blood. Witnessing Dangote’s heartfelt tribute on the wake of the late Mr. Herbert Wigwe, a titan whose legacy transcends wealth, struck a wire in my coronary heart, thus fueling my ardour to influence lives and maintain aspiring for greatness.

• Õnimisi Mustie:  Herbert Wigwe was Sanusi’s buddy earlier than he grew to become emir, from means again. When Sanusi was dethroned Herbert gave him a personal jet to go anyplace he needed, lodged him in a resort in Lagos and later rented an residence for him and his household. 

They’re excellent buddies, if I had a buddy like Herbert I’d cry and extra whereas giving a tribute of how good he was to me.

• Tolu Ogunlesi: Listened to tributes to Herbert Wigwe at this memorial occasion. So many private tales.
• I used to be simply there questioning—how did he maintain so many issues going on the identical time AND ALSO maintain so many individuals so near him,displaying full curiosity in what they had been doing. Outstanding, actually.”