Herbert Wigwe Crash

There is tragic news: Herbert Wigwe, CEO of Access Holdings, and his wife, Chizoba died in a helicopter crash in California on the night of Friday, February 9th.

The accident occurred near Boulder City, between Nevada and California, as the helicopter was flying toward Las Vegas.

According to the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, the helicopter took off from Palm Springs Airport around 8:45 p.m. and crashed around 10 p.m. en route to Las Vegas.

Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and their son were reportedly on board the helicopter along with Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the chairman of the Nigerian Export Group.

Herbert Wigwe, 57, was a prominent figure in the banking sector.

Our thoughts and prayers are with their families during this difficult time, May their souls rest in peace. Amen.

Meanwhile, earlier today, Nigerian influencer, Precious Chinaza, popularly known as Porsh Precious, reportedly died following an unknown illness.

The sad news of her death was announced on Friday, February 9th, in a statement released on her official Instagram page. According to the press release, Porsh Precious passed away after battling with a mysterious illness. (Continue reading here)